Jul 14 2026

Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Creamy macaroni and cheese, a favorite for kids.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Topping (Optional)

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.

Making Cheese Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt Butter

    In the same pot used for the pasta, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Add Flour

    Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes until it forms a roux.

  3. 6

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps, and continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 7

    Add Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

  5. 8

    Season Sauce

    Add salt, black pepper, and mustard powder to the cheese sauce, mixing well to combine.

Combining

  1. 9

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.

Optional Topping

  1. 10

    Prepare Topping

    If desired, mix breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese together.

  2. 11

    Bake

    Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until golden brown.

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