Traditional Macaroni Cheese Recipe

Name: Traditional Macaroni Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 cups fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs; 60g butter, extra; 1/4 cup flour; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 cup cream; 2 teaspoons mustardpowder; 250g macaroni pasta, cooked and drained; 2 1/2 cups grated KRAFT Tasty Cheese; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 1/2 cups fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs
60g butter, extra
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup cream
2 teaspoons mustardpowder
250g macaroni pasta, cooked and drained
2 1/2 cups grated KRAFT Tasty Cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

1
HEAT butter and oil in a large frypan and cook garlic and breadcrumbs, stirring, until crumbs are golden.
2
Drain on paper towel.
3
MELT extra butter in a large saucepan; add the flour and cook, stirring for one minute.
4
Gradually whisk in the milk, cream and mustard and simmer, whisking occasionally for three minutes then fold through the macaroni, cheese and season to taste.
5
SPOON into a greased 2 litre casserole dish and sprinkle with crumbs.
6
Bake in a moderate oven 180C for 30 minutes or until bubbling and golden.
7
Serve immediately.

1106

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 clove garlic, crushed, 1 1/2 cups fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Traditional 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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Traditional Macaroni Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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