Macaroni And Cheese Recipe
A comforting classic featuring creamy cheese sauce enveloping perfectly cooked macaroni pasta.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika if using.
- 4
Combine with Macaroni
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- 5
Serve
Serve hot, optionally topped with additional cheese or breadcrumbs if desired.