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Mac and Double Cheese

Mac and Double Cheese

Serves 2 | with Carrot Sticks
4.5(172)Review Summary
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on April 02, 2026
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Calories
: 
895 kcal
Protein
: 
34.3g protein
Total
: 
15 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Wheat
  • Milk
  • Egg
  • Soya
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

180 grams

Macaroni

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten, Wheat May contain traces of: Soya)

100 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk May contain traces of: Milk)

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

10 grams

Vegetable Stock Paste

40 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

2 unit(s)

Carrot

Energy (kJ)3746 kJ
Energy (kcal)895 kcal
Fat49 g
of which saturates29.8 g
Carbohydrate80.7 g
of which sugars16 g
Dietary Fibre8.5 g
Protein34.3 g
Salt2.6 g
Trans Fat0.3 g
Potassium295.6 mg
Calcium407.2 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
•Colander
•Large Saucepan
•Oven dish
•Grater

Instructions

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Cook the Macaroni
1

a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 0.5 tsp salt for the pasta.

b) When boiling, stir the macaroni into the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.

c) While the pasta boils, preheat your grill. Grate the Cheddar.

Cheese, Please!
2

a) Once the pasta has cooked, drain it in a colander and pop back into the pan. 

b) Add the creme fraiche, veg stock paste, two thirds of the Cheddar and two thirds of the hard Italian style cheese to the pan. Season with pepper and mix to combine.

c) Transfer the cheesy pasta to a suitably sized ovenproof dish and top with the remaining Cheddar and hard Italian style cheese.

d) Pop under your grill until the top is golden brown, 3-5 mins.

Finish and Serve
3

a) Meanwhile, trim the carrots, then halve lengthways (no need to peel). Chop into roughly 1cm wide, 5cm long batons.

b) Once grilled, divide the mac and double cheese between 2 serving bowls.

c) Place your carrot sticks in a bowl on the side.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed this cheesy dish, though some found the vegetable stock paste overpowering. Consider reducing or omitting it for a more traditional taste.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and simple to prepare, making it a great recipe for cooking with children.
  • Suggestions: Try adding peas or leeks for variety. Some recommend grilling longer than stated for a golden top.
  • Next-day meals: Works well as leftovers; can be portioned into smaller servings for future lunches.
  • Customisation: Consider adding chorizo for extra flavour, or incorporating vegetables directly into the pasta for a more cohesive dish.
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