Classic Mac Recipe
Macaroni noodles tossed in smoked gouda white cheddar cheese sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add the macaroni noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 4
- 5
Make Roux
Once melted, add the flour to the butter and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- 6
Add Milk
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- 7
Add Cheeses
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the smoked gouda and white cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.
- 8
Combining
- 9
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained macaroni noodles back into the pot with the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.