Build Your Own Mac & Cheese Recipe
Choose any 2 of the following: Smoked Bacon, Jalapeños, Pulled Pork, Spinach, Broccoli, Peppers, Onions, Olives, Tomatoes, Button Mushrooms, Seitan, Pepperoni, Sausage, Grilled Chicken, Chili, Hamburger, Crispy Chicken, Peppadew Peppers, Any Wing Sauce. Additional toppings +2 ea. Add lobster to any mac & cheese +11.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk, then add the cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is well coated.
- 4
Add Toppings
Choose any 2 toppings from the optional toppings list and stir them into the mac and cheese. If desired, add wing sauce to taste.
- 5
Serve
Divide the mac and cheese into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, top with additional cheese or toppings of choice.