Mac N Cheese Pasta Meal Recipe

Inspired by Henry's World Famous Hi-Life

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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Mac N Cheese Ingredients

2 cups Elbow macaroni

2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, grated

2 cups Milk

4 tablespoons Butter

1 tablespoon 00 bread flour

1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon Watkins garlic powder

1 cup Broccoli florets (optional)

1 cup Cooked chicken, diced (optional)

Method

Cooking Instructions

Boil the Pasta

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

Prepare the Cheese Sauce

In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens.

Add Cheese and Seasonings

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.

Combine Pasta with Cheese Sauce

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated. If using, fold in the broccoli florets and/or diced chicken.

Serve

Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or black pepper if desired.