Kids Mac And Cheese Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Pasta tossed in our house-made cheese sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Elbow Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
2
Drain the Pasta
Once the macaroni is cooked, drain it in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse, as this helps the cheese sauce adhere better.

3
Make a Roux
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
4
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, about 5 minutes.
5
Incorporate Cheddar Cheese
Reduce the heat to low, and add the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

6
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Add the cooked elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce and gently stir until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
7
Serve
Serve the mac and cheese warm, optionally with extra shredded cheese on top or garnished with parsley.