Mac & Cheese Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

Creamy mac & cheese served in half or full pans.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
3
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is fully coated.
5
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac & cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the bread crumbs on top for a crunchy topping.
6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
7
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve hot.