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ellen's spicy mac & cheese

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

When you're bored with regular macaroni & cheese, try this departure. Excellent change of pace! Also great for those meatless Fridays during Lent.

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yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ellen's spicy mac & cheese

  • 2 c
    elbow macaroni
  • 2 Tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 2 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 1 (15 oz) can
    tomato sauce
  • 1/4 c
    chopped onion
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 2 c
    cheddar cheese, shredded

How To Make ellen's spicy mac & cheese

  • 1
    Cook macaroni according to directions. Drain and set aside.
  • 2
    Meanwhile combine oil & flour in saucepan; heat.
  • 3
    Add tomato sauce, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes.
  • 4
    Add 2 cups cheese and stir.
  • 5
    Pour into greased 1-1/2 qt. casserole along with drained macaroni; mix thoroughly. May sprinkle more cheese on top if desired. Bake uncovered in a preheated 350º oven for 30 minutes.
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