Kraft Mac & Cheese Recipe
Make Kraft Mac & Cheese Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water for flavor.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until al dente.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
Melt the Butter
In the same pot used for the pasta, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- 5
Add Flour
Once the butter has melted, whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour. Cook for about 1 minute until it forms a roux and turns a light golden color.
- 6
Pour in Milk
Gradually add 2 cups of milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 7
Add Cheese
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, reduce the heat to low and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
Combining
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni back into the pot with the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- 10
Serve
Serve the Kraft Mac & Cheese warm, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.