Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

$6 Small - $12 Large

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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 a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.
5
Serve
Serve the mac and cheese warm, garnished with additional cheese or paprika if desired.