Finnish Makaronilaatikko Recipe
I found this fantastic Finnish Makaronilaatikko recipe on a trip I took recently. This dish has a warm, comforting feeling that brings people together at the table. When I first tried it, I knew I had to share it with you all.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 560 kcal
Equipment
- Large saucepan for cooking the macaroni pasta
- 9x13 inch baking dish for baking the Makaronilaatikko
Ingredients
- 5 cups macaroni pasta
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 onion chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Emmental cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Add the flour and stir for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps forming.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue to stir until it thickens.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and Emmental cheese to the saucepan, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir to coat the pasta evenly.
- Pour the Makaronilaatikko mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 540mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g
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