Easy Mac N Cheese with Hot Dogs
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this Easy Mac N Cheese with Hot Dogs recipe—a delicious twist on a timeless favorite! Combining velvety, homemade cheddar cheese sauce with perfectly al dente elbow macaroni and flavorful browned hot dog slices, this dish is as family-friendly as it is satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick, hearty meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat. With its simple ingredients and classic flavors, this recipe offers a delicious balance of creamy, cheesy goodness and savory bites of hot dogs. Serve it warm for an irresistibly rich and nostalgic dish that’s sure to become a household staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 4 pieces Hot dogs
- 8 cups Water
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions (approximately 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the macaroni is cooking, slice the hot dogs into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
Slowly pour the milk into the saucepan while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and smooth. Add the salt and ground black pepper, and mix well.
In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the sliced hot dogs over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until they are lightly browned.
Combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, and browned hot dog slices in the large pot. Stir well to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Mac N Cheese with Hot Dogs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.8 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.4 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 4834 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.8 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 119.0 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2400 mg | 185% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
