Jul 14 2026
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Mac And Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Bones Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Make Mac And Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Topping (Optional)

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add 2 cups of macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain the Pasta

    Once the macaroni is cooked, drain it in a colander and set aside.

Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Roux

    In the same pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Stir continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light golden brown.

  2. 4

    Add the Milk

    Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens.

  3. 5

    Incorporate the Cheese

    Remove the pot from the heat and add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

  4. 6

    Season the Sauce

    Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of mustard powder to the cheese sauce. Mix well.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce

    Add the drained macaroni pasta to the cheese sauce. Stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.

  2. 8

    Prepare Topping (Optional)

    If using, mix 0.5 cups of breadcrumbs, 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon of paprika in a small bowl.

  3. 9

    Bake (Optional)

    Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumb topping if using, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Remove from the oven (if baked) and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy your homemade mac and cheese!

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