Homemade Mac and Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients: * 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
* 3 cups milk
* 1/4 cup butter
* 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
* 2 1/2 cups shredded American cheese
* 1/2 teaspoon Dry Mustard
* 1/4 cup onion, minced finely
* 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Topping
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 1/2 cup bread crumbs
* 1 pinch paprika
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Directions: 1. Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Stir in enough flour to make a roux. Add milk to roux slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in cheese and next 3 ingredients, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick. Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni. Stir well.
3. Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and brown. Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover. Sprinkle with a little paprika.
4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Serve. |
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Time: Prep Time: 20 Min Cook Time: 30 Min Ready In: 50 Min |
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Notes: This is the classic and basic Macaroni and Cheese recipe and it is so much better than the crap in a box!. It can be changed up and customized very easily! Sometimes I use sharp cheddar instead of American cheese, and substitute 1 cup of sour cream for one cup of the milk. I have added leftover ham. I generally don't do the bread crumb topping opting for sliced fresh tomatoes instead. Try adding a small can of diced tomatoes that have been well drained, delicious. I have also put breakfast sausage links on top when I have baked it and speaking of baking, if you're in a hurry or just want a creamier product, skip the baking and eat it moist and creamy straight from the pan!
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