Jul 14 2026
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Macaroni & Fromage Recipe

Inspired by Johnson's Boucanière
Time40m
Serves4

Make Macaroni & Fromage Recipe in just 40m. 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. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

  2. 2

    Cook the Macaroni

    Add 2 cups of macaroni pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.

Making the Cheese Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt the Butter

    In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Add Flour

    Once the butter is melted, whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.

  3. 6

    Add Milk

    Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 7

    Add Cheese and Seasonings

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of paprika until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

Combining and Serving

  1. 8

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.

  2. 9

    Prepare Optional Topping

    If using, mix together 1 cup of breadcrumbs and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.

  3. 10

    Serve or Bake

    You can serve the macaroni & fromage as is, or transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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