Jul 14 2026
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Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Radish
Time30m
Serves4

Make Macaroni And Cheese Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Topping (optional)

Method

Cook Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

  2. 2

    Cook Macaroni

    Once the water is boiling, add the macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain and Set Aside

    Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.

Prepare Cheese Sauce

  1. 4

    Melt Butter

    In the same pot used for the macaroni, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Whisk in Flour

    Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.

  3. 6

    Add Milk

    Gradually add the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 7

    Incorporate Cheese and Seasonings

    Once thickened, reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Combine and Serve

  1. 8

    Mix Pasta and Cheese Sauce

    Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir well to combine until the pasta is fully coated.

  2. 9

    Add Topping (optional)

    If using, mix breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the macaroni and cheese.

  3. 10

    Bake (optional)

    For a baked version, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), transfer the macaroni cheese to a baking dish, and bake for 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.

  4. 11

    Serve

    Scoop into bowls and enjoy your homemade macaroni and cheese!

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