Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and hearty Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage recipe. Featuring tender macaroni noodles enveloped in a creamy, three-cheese sauce made with cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, this dish takes a classic favorite to the next level by adding savory, pan-seared sausage slices for a boost of flavor and texture. With a luscious blend of melted cheeses, a hint of garlic powder, and just the right touch of seasoning, this stovetop creation is as satisfying as it is simple to make. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side at your next gathering. Serve it warm and watch it disappear! Keywords: macaroni and cheese, sausage macaroni, creamy cheese sauce, easy comfort food, stovetop recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams macaroni noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 200 grams sausage, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add the sliced sausages and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for about 1-2 minutes until a paste forms, cooking out the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses to the sauce, stirring until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked macaroni noodles and sausage into the cheese sauce, stirring until everything is well combined and evenly coated with the sauce.
Serve the macaroni and cheese warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked pepper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 213.0 g | 273% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.4 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 614 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 7200 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 171.9 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 3538 mg | 272% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1649 mg | 35% | |
*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.
