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Classic Macaroni and Cheese
Photo: Sumeet Jain from San Francisco, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
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Classic Macaroni and Cheese

This creamy and cheesy macaroni dish is a childhood favorite that brings comfort and nostalgia. Perfect as a side or a main dish, it's made with simple ingredients that everyone loves.

Ready in 45 minutes · serves 4 · 600 calories per serving · american cuisine.

45
min total
4
servings
600
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 2 cupselbow macaroni
  • 2 cupscheddar cheese
  • 2 cupsmilk
  • 1/4 cupbutter
  • 1/4 cupflour
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • 1/2 teaspoonpepper

Instructions

  1. 01

    Cook macaroni according to package instructions and drain.

  2. 02

    In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux.

  3. 03

    Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.

  4. 04

    Add cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until melted.

  5. 05

    Combine cheese sauce with macaroni and stir well before serving.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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