Chunky Cheese Macaroni

Cook: 13 min Cuisine: American

A creamy, cheesy macaroni dish with a hint of chili powder and minced onion, perfect for comfort food lovers and family gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 3 qt. boiling water
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 6 Tbsp. margarine
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 3 c. milk
  • 2 Tbsp. minced onion
  • 1/2 c. grated American cheese
  • 2 canned pimientos, sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water in a large kettle until tender (about 13 minutes).
  2. Drain the cooked macaroni.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

619 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.1g 32% DV
Total Fat 36.4g 47% DV
Carbs 64.3g 23% DV
Fiber 12.1g 43% DV
Sugar 15.5g 31% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11599.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 752mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 10.3mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 441.3mcg 49% DV
Vitamin C 25.1mg 28% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 393mg 30% DV
Iron 8mg 44% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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