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Homemade Macaroni & Cheese

Course: Side Dish
Servings: 8
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
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Ingredients  

  • 1 8 oz box elbow macaroni noodles
  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 2 cups milk (could substitute some of it with 1/2 & 1/2 or cream)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (for a more authentice "Kraft" mac, use Velveeta or American cheese)

Instructions: 

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the elbow macaroni noodles in the boiling water, stirring occaisionally, until cooked through but slightly firm to the bite - about 8 mintues.

While the noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce:

  • In a saucepan, combine the cold butter, flour, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat over low/medium heat and bring to a low boil, stirring constantly so it won't scorch.
  • When the sauce comes to a boil, cook until smooth and beginning to thicken then add the cheese and any other seasonings to taste.
  • When the noodles are cooked, drain them, dump them in a bowl, then pour the sauce over them, stir to coat, and serve!
Diet: Egg Free