Kids Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Classic macaroni and cheese for kids.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
2
Cook Macaroni
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.

4
Melt Butter
In the same pot used for the macaroni, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
5
Add Flour
Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and lightly golden.
6
Pour in Milk
Slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk, making sure to eliminate any lumps. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove the pot from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni back into the pot with the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
9
Serve
Spoon the macaroni and cheese into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy!