Mac & Cheese Recipe
Creamy mac and cheese made with a blend of cheeses.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
Make the Roux
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and stir constantly for about 1-2 minutes until it forms a paste (roux).
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Add Cheeses
Reduce heat to low and add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the Sauce
Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of paprika to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
Combine and Serve
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir until all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Serve
Serve hot as is, or you can transfer to a baking dish, top with additional cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes for a baked version.