Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Toppings (optional)
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Macaroni
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Make Roux
Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk and continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese
Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- 8
Season Sauce
Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, stirring to combine.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is fully coated.
- 10
Prepare Baking Dish
If desired, transfer the macaroni and cheese to a greased baking dish.
- 11
Add Toppings
Sprinkle breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese evenly over the top, if using.
- 12
Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- 13
Serve
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.