Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
Served with a side of chips or fruit
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Sides
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse, as you want to keep some of the starch for the cheese sauce.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 3
Melt the Butter
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly but not browned.
- 4
Add Flour
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and golden (this is called a roux).
- 5
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- 6
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 7
Combine and Serve
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated. Serve hot with a side of potato chips and fresh fruit.