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Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy baked macaroni cheese with a rich cheddar sauce and golden crispy topping.

American Vegetarian
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Description

Creamy baked macaroni cheese with a rich cheddar sauce and golden crispy topping.

Prep 15 min Cook 35 min Serves 4
Preparation

Ingredients

  • 300 g Macaroni
  • 300 g Cheddar cheese
  • 50 g Butter
  • 50 g Plain flour
  • 700 ml Milk
  • 50 g Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Mustard
Cooking

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 190°C and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. 2
    Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until just al dente, then drain well.
  3. 3
    Melt butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1–2 minutes.
  4. 4
    Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
  5. 5
    Add mustard and most of the grated cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted.
  6. 6
    Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and transfer to the baking dish.
  7. 7
    Top with the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs for a crisp finish.
  8. 8
    Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
  9. 9
    Allow to cool slightly before serving.
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