Mac Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add 2 cups of macaroni pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, making sure to remove any lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheese and Spices
Stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tsp of mustard powder, 1 tsp of paprika, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining and Baking
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained macaroni pasta with the cheese sauce. Mix until well coated.
- 9
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until combined.
- 10
Transfer to Baking Dish
Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Evenly spread the breadcrumb topping over the top.
- 11
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
