Best Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: Best Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni (dry); 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 2 ½ cups milk; 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded); ¼ cup breadcrumbs; ½ teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

2 cups elbow macaroni (dry)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 ½ cups milk
2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
¼ cup breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon paprika

1
Cook and drain elbow macaroni.
2
Meanwhile, in saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
3
Remove from heat; blend in flour, salt, mustard and pepper.
4
Return to heat, gradually add milk, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly.
5
Add 1 1/2 cup of shredded cheese; and stir until cheese is melted.
6
Combine sauce mix and drained macaroni in a lightly greased 2 quart casserole and mix.
7
Sprinkle bread crumbs and paprika over top of macaroni with remaining cheese.
8
Bake in preheated 375F oven about 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

423

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups elbow macaroni (dry), 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Best Macaroni & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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