OLD-SCHOOL MAC 'N CHEESE
I found a great recipe for REAL macaroni and cheese, tweaked it slightly, and made it a family favorite. We now have this at every Thanksgiving and sometimes Christmas. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Provided by Shelley Young
Categories Casseroles
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Set the macaroni to boil in salted water. You know you have enough salt when the water tastes like the sea. Make sure not to over cook. While this is cooking, grate your cheeses. It's essential you grate your own cheese and not buy pre-grated in the package. Packaged shredded cheese has powered cellulose (that white residue on the cheese) to make it not stick to itself and it hinders proper melting. *Cold cheese is easier to grate so you may grate is straight from the fridge or pop it in the freezer 10 minutes before you start.
- 2. When the pasta is cooked and drained, we will make the bechamel sauce. In a medium saucepan on medium heat, melt the butter along with some salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Once melted, add the flour stirring until you get a thin paste. This is a roux (the thickening agent for the sauce).
- 3. Put the tsp of hot sauce in your milk measure and slowly whisk the liquid into the roux. Once incorporated, begin adding the grated cheese by the handful. Stir your whisk in a figure eight motion making sure to scrape the bottom and sides of your pan. This helps the cheese melt and not become stringy.
- 4. Once all the cheese in incorporated, you should have a beautiful cheese sauce. Put the macaroni into a 9X13 baking dish and pour the sauce over. Stir to distribute the sauce.
- 5. Bake at 350F for 30 minutes
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Tammy Lavia
[email protected]You won't be disappointed if you try this mac n' cheese recipe.
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[email protected]I highly recommend this mac n' cheese recipe.
Komintai Nick
[email protected]This mac n' cheese is a must-try for any mac n' cheese lover.
Teffy Wilkerson
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best mac n' cheese I've ever had.
Mustfa Jokhio
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own unique mac n' cheese dish.
Kedija Abdi
[email protected]This mac n' cheese is so versatile. I can add different ingredients to it to change up the flavor.
Anwo Folashade
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Esther Adekunle
[email protected]This recipe is a fail-proof classic. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Arfan Pro
[email protected]I've tried many mac n' cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of creamy and cheesy.
Cameron Mia
[email protected]This mac n' cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and delicious.
daakye hene
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Liberty Miller
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
fayrouz ashmawy
[email protected]I made this mac n' cheese for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Alexandra Munoz
[email protected]This is the best mac n' cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and cheesy.
Shani Warraich 7262
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Sk Shadin Khan
[email protected]My kids loved this mac n' cheese! They ate it all up and asked for seconds.
Md siddik Md Siddikhosan
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the mac n' cheese a nice, sharp flavor.
Ahmed Medhat
[email protected]This mac n' cheese recipe brought back so many childhood memories. It's just like my grandma used to make it.