How To Make Classic Macaroni and Cheese
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. 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 smooth.
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Gradually whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
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Add cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir until well coated.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 526kcal
- Total Fat : 23g
- Saturated Fat : 14g
- Cholesterol : 67mg
- Sodium : 573mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 54g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 22g
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