Thursday Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Mac + Cheese

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes until bubbly. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Add the Cheese
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
4
Combine Macaroni and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
5
Optional Topping
If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the mac and cheese and place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
6
Serve
Serve the macaroni and cheese hot, garnished with additional cheese or spices if desired.