Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
Served with a side salad and garlic toast.
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Ingredients
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Macaroni & Cheese
Side Salad
Garlic Toast
Method
Macaroni & Cheese
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the pot from heat and stir in shredded cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
- 4
Combine the Macaroni and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a splash more of milk to reach desired consistency.
Side Salad
- 5
Prepare the Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber.
- 6
Dress the Salad
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Garlic Toast
- 7
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- 8
Toast the Bread
Slice the French bread in half lengthwise. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves. Place on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for about 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
