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Butter–Sage Mac And Cheese Bites

Buttery Sage Mac and Cheese Bites for Cozy Gatherings

Delicious Butter–Sage Mac And Cheese Bites perfect for gatherings. A crowd-pleasing vegetarian option that combines richness and comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mac and Cheese
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni Can use any fun shape
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour works
  • 2 cups whole milk Milk alternatives can be used
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese Gruyère or mozzarella can be swapped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage Dried sage can be used in moderation
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs are fine
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Drizzle of olive oil can be used

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • medium saucepan
  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 2-3 minutes until bubbling. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cheese, sage, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  5. Scoop mac and cheese mixture into muffin cups, compacting gently. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served warm. Can be prepared ahead and baked fresh before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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