Mac N' Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Toppings (optional)
Method
Pasta Cooking
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt.
Cook Macaroni
Add elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
Add Milk
Slowly whisk in the milk, continuing to stir to avoid lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Add Cheeses and Seasoning
Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Combine and Serve
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring well to combine until all pasta is coated in the cheese sauce.
Optional Topping
If desired, mix the bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese together and sprinkle evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
Bake (Optional)
If using the topping, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 15-20 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Serve
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve hot. Enjoy your creamy, cheesy macaroni and cheese!