Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and delicious to eat. There are many variations of this dish, but the basic ingredients are pasta, cheese, milk. Here are some steps to make a simple macaroni and cheese recipe:
Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cook 16 ounces of elbow macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well and return to the pot.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter and whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in 4 cups of whole milk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
Stir in 4 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg until smooth and melted.
Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
