Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Jefferson's

Time30m

Serves4

Our super tasty, super cheesy mac ‘n’ cheese!

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
3
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, mixing well.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
5
Serve
Transfer the mac 'n' cheese to a serving dish and enjoy!