Mac & Cheese Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Cook the Macaroni

   In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Make the Cheese Sauce

   In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute until golden. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Cheese and Seasoning

   Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

4. 4

   Combine Macaroni and Cheese Sauce

   Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine evenly. Adjust seasoning to taste.

5. 5

   Prepare Garlic Toast

   While the mac and cheese is cooking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread butter on slices of bread and sprinkle with garlic powder. Toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the macaroni and cheese hot, alongside the garlic toast.