Mac & Cheese Recipe
Make Mac & 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
Cook Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Add Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add 2 cups of macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Make Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Once melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it turns a light golden color.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Combine and Serve
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni pasta back into the pot with the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is fully coated.
- 9
Prepare Topping (optional)
If using, mix 0.5 cups of breadcrumbs with 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
- 10
Serve
You can serve the mac and cheese as is or transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.