Good Eats Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Good Eats Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni; 6 Tbsp butter; 3 Tbsp flour; 1 Tbsp powdered mustard; 3 cups milk; 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 large egg; 12 oz sharp cheddar, shredded; 1 tsp kosher salt; fresh pepper; 1 cup panko bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1/2 lb elbow macaroni
6 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp flour
1 Tbsp powdered mustard
3 cups milk
1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp paprika
1 large egg
12 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
1 tsp kosher salt
fresh pepper
1 cup panko bread crumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the past al dente
3
While the past cooks, in a separate pot, melt 3 tbsp of butter. Whisk in the flour and mustard, Stir for 5 minutes - be sure it's free of lumps. Add the milk, onion, bay leaf and paprika. Simmer 10 minutes, then remove bay leaf.
4
Temper in the egg (add some hot liquid to it before mixing it in). Stir in 1/4 of the cheese. Season with salt and pepper, Fold in the macaroni and pour into a 2 quart casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
5
Melt remaining butter in a small pan, and toss in bread crumbs. Top the macaroni with the bread crumbs. Bake for 30 minutes, remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

786

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb elbow macaroni, 6 Tbsp butter, 3 Tbsp flour, 1 Tbsp powdered mustard, and more.

Yes, Good Eats Mac And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Good Eats Mac And Cheese

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