Cyo Mac N Cheese Recipe
creamy mac n cheese with choice of monterey jack cheese sauce or spicy melted queso created your way
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce Options
Toppings (Optional)
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the salt and then the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
- 4
Add Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in the Monterey Jack cheese (or spicy queso cheese sauce if preferred), black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until all the pasta is evenly coated.
- 6
Add Toppings (Optional)
If desired, sprinkle bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese over the top. You may also add chopped green onions for added flavor.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot, and enjoy your creamy CYO Mac n Cheese!