The Best Macaroni and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This is absolutely the best mac and cheese I have ever tasted. Ingredients:
5 tablespoons unsalted butter |
1/2 lb elbow macaroni |
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
3 cups whole milk |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper |
1 pinch cayenne |
2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces) |
1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook about 10 minutes. Rinse under cold running water in a colander. Drain well.
3. Melt the butter in a heavy 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly (wooden spoon works best) being careful not to let the flour brown. Using a whisk, add the milk slowly and cook, whisking constantly, until thick and smooth, approximately 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the salt, cayenne, pepper and 2 cups of the cheese. Stir well. Add the noodles and stir well.
4. Spray a 2 qt baking dish with non-stick baking spray, and pour the mixture into the dish.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese with the bread crumbs. Sprinkle over the macaroni and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 25 minutes.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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