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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Macaroni
Once the water is boiling, add 2 cups of macaroni and a pinch of salt. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Once the butter is melted, add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Stir in 2 cups of cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Combine Macaroni and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni back into the pot with the cheese sauce. Stir until the macaroni is well coated with the cheese sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately while hot. Optionally, garnish with additional cheese or breadcrumbs on top.
