Mac & Cheese Recipe
Pasta tossed in our homemade Irish Kerrygold cheese sauce / add chicken tenders or Guinness & Jameson pork.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Add Cheese
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded Irish Kerrygold cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Optional Protein Addition
If adding chicken tenders or Guinness & Jameson pork, cook them separately, chop into bite-sized pieces, and stir them into the mac and cheese before serving.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Mac & Cheese!