Kids Mac & Cheese Recipe
Make Kids Mac & Cheese Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Cook pasta
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse quickly with hot water if you like, and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Whisk in milk and thicken
Slowly pour in milk while whisking constantly to keep the sauce smooth. Simmer and whisk until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3–5 minutes.
- 4
Add cheese and seasonings
Reduce heat to low. Add shredded cheddar in batches, whisking until melted and smooth. If using optional mustard powder and paprika, stir them in now. Season with pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine pasta and sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce. Gently fold until all the pasta is well coated. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
- 6
Serve
Divide into bowls and serve warm. Optional: top with extra cheese or a light dusting of paprika for color.
