Macaroni And Cheese Recipe
Make Macaroni And Cheese Recipe in just 45m. 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
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the roux
In the same pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden.
- 3
Add milk
Slowly whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add cheeses and seasonings
Reduce heat to low, and stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of paprika until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combine and Bake
- 5
Combine pasta and cheese sauce
Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir well to combine. Ensure all the pasta is coated in the cheesy goodness.
- 6
Prepare the topping
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter and 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- 7
Assemble and bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese into a greased baking dish, then sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- 8
Serve hot
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy macaroni and cheese!