Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
Make Macaroni & Cheese Recipe in just 40m. 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 Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Cook Macaroni
Add 2 cups of macaroni to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the macaroni in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Flour
Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
- 7
Combining and Baking
- 8
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until fully coated.
- 9
Prepare for Baking
If using, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 10
Add Topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the macaroni and cheese.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 12
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm.