Ingredients:
– 2 cups elbow macaroni
– 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup butter
– 2 cups milk
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika, cooking for about 1 minute to create a roux.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil, around 5-7 minutes.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts completely and you have a creamy sauce.
6. Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in a large mixing bowl, ensuring all the pasta is well-coated.
7. Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased baking dish. For a crispy top, sprinkle a little extra cheese on top if desired.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Nutritional Information:
This classic dish typically has about 350 calories per serving, containing approximately 14g of protein, 18g of fat, and 35g of carbohydrates.
Time: Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes
#restaurant #food #foodie #instafood #foodlover #dinner #foodstagram #instagood #delicious #foodphotography #yummy #foodblogger #chef #love #lunch #foodies #hotel #pizza #bar #easyrecipes #macandcheese #comfortfood #cookingathome #cheeselover #pasta #bakedmacandcheese #homemade #hangry #cozyfood #foodpic #recipeoftheday #tasty
