Kids - Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Perfect noodles topped with cheddar cheese.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
2
Cook the Macaroni
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.

4
Melt the Butter
In the same pot used for the pasta, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
5
Add Flour
Once the butter is melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux.
6
Add Milk
Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
7
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove the pot from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

8
Mix Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni back into the pot with the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.
9
Serve
Serve the mac and cheese warm. Enjoy your delicious kids' mac and cheese!