Ez Macaroni Surprise
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick and delicious Ez Macaroni Surprise! This creamy, cheesy pasta dish is elevated with a secret crunchy topping of crushed potato chips, making it a fun and unexpected twist on classic comfort food. With a rich homemade cheese sauce made from shredded cheddar, milk, and a hint of garlic powder, this recipe delivers bold flavor in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights or family-friendly meals, this one-pot wonder is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and get ready to enjoy a scrumptious dish that’s easy to prepare yet full of surprises! Keywords: macaroni and cheese recipe, family-friendly dinner, quick weeknight meals, cheesy pasta with crunch, comfort food recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup potato chips
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking and stirring for about 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and mix until the pasta is coated in the cheese sauce.
Lightly crush the potato chips and sprinkle them over the top of the macaroni mixture. Stir gently to incorporate for a crunchy surprise in every bite.
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh, herby touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Ez Macaroni Surprise!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.2 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 291 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 3920 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.0 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1843 mg | 142% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1118 mg | 24% | |
*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.
