Stove Top Cheddar Mac

1. 1

   In a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, cook the macaroni until al dente; drain in a colander.

2. 2

   In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

3. 3

   Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Gradually whisk in the warmed half-and-half and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is steaming hot and thick, about 4 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar until melted.

6. 6

   Stir in the cooked macaroni and season to taste with salt.

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