Mac and Cheese

Moderate nutritional value

Паста в сырном соусе.

Mac and Cheese — photo 1

Макароны с сыром — паста в сырном соусе, часто с маслом и молоком. Калорийно, много жира и быстрых углеводов. Добавьте овощи или цельнозерновую пасту для большей пользы.

Macronutrients Distribution

Protein: 9g (24.3%)
Fat: 10g (27.0%)
Carbs: 18g (48.6%)

Basic Nutritional Info

NutrientValueDV
Protein9g16.1%
Fat10g14.3%
Carbs18g6.0%
Simple Sugars6.3gEstimate
Complex Carbs11.7gEstimate
Water48g1.9%
Calories1958.7%

Glycemic Index

Low (0-55) Medium (56-69) High (70+)
64

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Fatty Acids Composition

Fatty AcidAmountUnitDV
Saturated3.5g17.5%
Monounsaturated4g16.0%
Polyunsaturated2.5g19.2%
Omega-30.75gEstimate
Omega-61.75gEstimate
Trans0g0.0%

Antioxidants

Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.

Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.

CompoundAmountUnit
Vitamin C4mg

Vitamins

VitaminAmountUnitDV
vitamin A45mcg5.0%
vitamin B10.15mg12.5%
vitamin B20.12mg9.2%
vitamin B31.8mg11.3%
vitamin B60.18mg10.6%
vitamin B120.4mcg16.7%
vitamin C4mg4.4%
vitamin D0.3 (12 ME)mcg2.0%
vitamin K8mcg6.7%

Minerals

MineralAmountUnitDV
calcium35mg3.5%
iron1.2mg6.7%
magnesium22mg5.5%
phosphorus110mg15.7%
potassium220mg8.5%
sodium280mg12.2%
zinc1.1mg10.0%

Essential Amino Acids

Amino AcidAmountUnitDVDIAAS
Histidine -
Isoleucine -
Leucine -
Lysine -
Methionine -
Phenylalanine -
Threonine -
Tryptophan -
Valine -

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Allergens

Dairy

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Main Difficulty: Easy Servings: 2 Total: 30 min

Ingredients

  • Elbow macaroni 200 g
  • Cheddar cheese, grated 150 g
  • Milk 300 ml
  • Butter 30 g
  • Plain flour 30 g
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Ground nutmeg 1 pinch
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until just al dente, then drain.

  2. 2

    Melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the flour and cook for a minute to make a roux.

  3. 3

    Gradually whisk in the milk and simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the spoon.

  4. 4

    Off the heat, stir in most of the grated cheese, the mustard and nutmeg until smooth, then season.

  5. 5

    Fold the drained macaroni into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.

  6. 6

    For a baked version, transfer to a dish, top with the remaining cheese and grill until golden and bubbling.

  7. 7

    Serve hot.