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A bubbling skillet of golden mac and cheese, fresh from the oven

Proven way to grow 3 Mac and Cheese

This recipe provides a proven method to prepare a delicious batch of mac and cheese, suitable for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 5 cups whole milk
  • 4 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil elbow macaroni according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth, then bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Add salt and pepper, then combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and stir to coat evenly.

Notes

For an extra crusty top, you can bake the mac and cheese in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes after combining all ingredients, or until golden and bubbly.