Whizaroni
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Whizaroni, a creamy, cheesy macaroni dish that’s sure to be a family favorite! This quick and satisfying recipe combines tender macaroni pasta with a luscious homemade cheese sauce featuring sharp cheddar and savory Parmesan. A touch of paprika and garlic powder adds a subtle depth of flavor, while fresh parsley offers the perfect pop of color for a garnish. Ready in just 30 minutes, Whizaroni is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat. Whether served as a hearty main or decadent side, this classic dish will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams macaroni pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the cheese sauce and gently fold everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy Whizaroni!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.6 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 4344 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 115.7 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2333 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1491 mg | 32% | |
*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.
