Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFord's Garage St. PeteClassic Mac ‘n Cheese Recipe

Classic Mac ‘n Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Choose Two - choose from: House Side Salad, Bacon Jam Grilled Cheese, Tomato Basil Soup (Chili or French Onion +1.00)

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Ingredients

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Macaroni and Cheese

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, until bubbly. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese and Seasonings

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is thoroughly coated.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the mac 'n cheese warm. Enjoy with a choice of House Side Salad, Bacon Jam Grilled Cheese, or Tomato Basil Soup.

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