Ruby's Baked Mac & Cheese Recipe
Side dish option for Thanksgiving.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Sauce
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce. Mix well until the pasta is fully coated.
- 4
Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the top with bread crumbs and chopped parsley.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious baked mac and cheese!