Simple Macaroni and Cheese
A classic comfort food dish featuring tender pasta, creamy sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for satisfying hunger and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni 1 box
- ¼ cup butter For the cheese sauce
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour For the roux
- ½ teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
- to taste ground black pepper To season the sauce
- 2 cups milk Whole milk recommended
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese Or other cheese varieties as desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and have them ready to go.
Cooking
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous amount of salt. Bring the water to a boil, then add the elbow macaroni. Cook for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour, salt, and pepper, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until the mixture is smooth (roux).
- Slowly pour in the milk while stirring. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and bubbles, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, add the shredded Cheddar cheese, and stir until fully melted.
- Gently fold the drained macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional cheese or parsley.
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Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables, spices, or using different cheeses.