Mac N Cheese Recipe
Make Mac N Cheese Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping (Optional)
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Stir in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until it forms a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually pour in 2 cups of milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- 7
Thicken Sauce
Continue to cook the mixture, stirring frequently until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 8
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove from heat, then stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of mustard powder until smooth.
Combining and Baking
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- 10
Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 11
Add Topping (Optional)
In a small bowl, mix 0.5 cups of breadcrumbs with 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle evenly over the mac and cheese.
- 12
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
