Franks & Mac

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, tangy tomato sauce with savory franks over tender macaroni
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This comforting Franks & Mac dish delivers a rich, savory experience perfect for busy weeknights. The base features a smooth, thickened tomato sauce seasoned with dry mustard, salt, and herbs, providing a tangy contrast to the salty, browned Frankfurters. The sauce clings beautifully to the cooked macaroni, creating a hearty, home-style meal that feels like a warm hug. It’s an economical and satisfying dinner that brings nostalgic American flavors to your table. Ideal for families, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a delicious main course that everyone will enjoy. Serve hot for the best texture and flavor.

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Franks & Mac

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 140.6

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This comforting Franks & Mac dish delivers a rich, savory experience perfect for busy weeknights. The base features a smooth, thickened tomato sauce seasoned with dry mustard, salt, and herbs, providing a tangy contrast to the salty, browned Frankfurters. The sauce clings beautifully to the cooked macaroni, creating a hearty, home-style meal that feels like a warm hug. It&# 226;ÂÂs an economical and satisfying dinner that brings nostalgic American flavors to your table. Ideal for families, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a delicious main course that everyone will enjoy. Serve hot for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions until tender; drain well and keep warm.
  2. Cut Frankfurters into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Heat salad oil or fat in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add Frankfurter pieces to the pan and brown lightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. Sprinkle flour, salt, and dry mustard over the franks and oil.
  6. Stir constantly to blend the flour and seasonings with the fat and franks, cooking for about 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
  7. Force canned tomatoes through a coarse sieve to remove pulp and seeds; reserve the pulp.
  8. Add the tomato pulp to the skillet with the franks and flour mixture.
  9. Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a boil.
  10. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  11. Serve the hot sauce and franks immediately over the drained macaroni.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 140.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.4g18%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4876.5mg204%
Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 1.1g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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