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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Macaroni
Once boiling, add the macaroni. Stir occasionally and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente according to package instructions.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Once the butter is melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Add Cheese
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 8
Season
Add salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine.
Combining
- 9
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 10
Serve
Serve warm in bowls, optionally topped with additional cheese or breadcrumbs.
