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Willie Mae’s Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 quart elbow macaroni
2 cups yellow mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
2 cups white American cheese (shredded)
1/4 lb melted unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon of white pepper
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 quart of heavy cream
1 1/2 cup of evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes dry or fresh
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
2 teaspoon of all-purpose flour
Directions:
Directions:
Bring 3 1/2 quarts of water to a rolling boil and then add pasta to the salt water. Boil for 12-15 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta saving one cup of pasta water.
Return pasta to pot with cheese, milk, heavy cream and butter immediately, on a low fire stirring frequently until cheese is melted.
Add spices, flour, and drizzle in pasta water as needed while stirring. Pan the mac and cheese. Place in the oven for 15 mins on 350º F.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Classic mac & cheese from Willie Mae's Scotch House in New Orleans

 

 

 

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