Mac And Cheese Recipe
Creamy macaroni and cheese topped with breadcrumbs.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Cheese
Breadcrumb Topping
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In the same pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- 3
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
Preparing the Topping
- 4
Baking
- 5
Bake the Mac and Cheese
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden.