How To Make Macaroni Cheese
We just love baked pasta. Picture delicious noodles in casserole form. It’s a rich, flavorful, and saucy concoction that is simply irresistible. You can definitely count us in, anytime. This dish is an excellent choice for a sit-down dinner with the clan, or a treat for yourself—if you’re up to it! Check out this roster of baked pasta recipes to discover different renditions to recreate.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, until mixture is smooth.
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Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 480kcal
- Total Fat : 22g
- Saturated Fat : 14g
- Cholesterol : 65mg
- Sodium : 610mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 48g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Protein : 20g
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