Kids Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Creamy macaroni and cheese.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Elbow Macaroni
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
2
Drain and Set Aside
Once the macaroni is cooked, drain it in a colander and set it aside.

3
Melt Butter
In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
4
Create Roux
Once the butter is melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color.
5
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
6
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the pot from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of mustard powder until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni back into the pot with the cheese sauce. Stir well to coat all the macaroni with the creamy cheese sauce.
8
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese or breadcrumbs if desired.