Kid's Mac – N – Cheese Recipe
(New cheesier sauce!)
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Roux
In the same pot used for the pasta, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly until it forms a paste.
- 3
Add the Milk
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- 4
Incorporate the Cheeses
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Combine and Serve
- 6
Mix Pasta with Sauce
Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir well to ensure all pasta is coated with the cheesy goodness.
- 7
Serve
Spoon the mac and cheese into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy your cheesy delight!