Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Prepare the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Rinse
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Make the Cheese Sauce
- 4
Melt the Butter
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter.
- 5
Add Flour
Once the butter is melted, whisk in 0.5 cup of all-purpose flour until smooth and cook for about 1 minute.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually pour in 4 cups of whole milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, and cook until thickened and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheeses and Seasonings
Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese, 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, and 0.5 tsp of paprika until fully melted and combined.
Combine & Bake
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until pasta is well coated.
- 9
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 2 tbs of melted butter, and 0.5 cup of grated parmesan cheese.
- 10
Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac 'n' cheese to a greased baking dish and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serve
- 11
Remove and Cool
Once baked, remove the mac 'n' cheese from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 12
Serve
Scoop into bowls and enjoy your creamy, cheesy mac 'n' cheese!
