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Ingredients
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Pasta
Mac & Cheese Sauce
Tomato Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Mac & Cheese Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Milk
Gradually pour in 2 cups of milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- 6
Add Cheese
Lower the heat and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.
- 7
Combine Pasta
Add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring until well combined. Serve warm.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 8
Sauté Garlic
In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 9
Add Tomatoes
Pour in 1 can of crushed tomatoes and stir in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, 0.5 tsp salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 10
Simmer Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- 11
Serve
Serve the sauce over the cooked pasta, mixing well, or serve on the side.
