Baked Mac Recipe
Make Baked Mac Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pasta
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a large saucepan, 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. Add in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well to coat all the pasta.
- 4
Prepare for Baking
Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- 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 it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your baked mac!