Macaroni And Cheese Recipe
Make Macaroni And Cheese Recipe in just 45m. 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
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Macaroni
Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Once melted, whisk in 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring to avoid lumps, and continue cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 7
Combining and Baking
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- 9
Prepare Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 10
Add Topping
If desired, sprinkle 0.5 cups of bread crumbs and 0.5 cups of parmesan cheese over the top of the macaroni.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
