Mac 'N Cheese Ala The Publick House

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   ["Preheat oven to 400 degrees.", "In a pot, heat 1/2 quart milk.", "Season the milk with salt to taste.", "In a separate pot, slowly melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter.", "Whisk 3 tbsp flour gradually into melted butter to form a paste. Don't add too much flour at once or flour will burn.", "Add hot roux to hot milk and whisk together.", "Add 1-2 tbsp butter.", "Gradually add in cheese.", "Add 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional).", "Gently fold in cooked pasta.", "Pour mixture into ramekins or casserole dish. Important: Before you put the dish in the oven, place on cookie sheet or other vessel to prevent ""unbearable"" mess in your oven from boil-over.", "Top with additional cheese if you like.", "Bake in 400 degree oven for 15 minutes.", "Broil briefly (keep an eye on it) for a brown and crispy top.", "*Note: The Bechamel Sauce (Cheese Sauce) will keep 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator."]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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