shara's favorite mac - n - cheese

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35 Pinches
worcester, MA
Updated on Mar 3, 2012

This is my daughters favorite macaroni and cheese that i make.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - 16 oz pkg elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup panko crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

How To Make shara's favorite mac - n - cheese

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 400. Spray a 9" x 13" casserole dish w/ cooking spray. Cook pasta as directed, drain.
  • Step 2
    In lg pot, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, cooking until it turns a little yellow. Add thyme, cayenne pepper and white pepper. Whisk in 1 cup milk until smooth. Whisk in remaining milk. Bring to a simmer, and stir in nutmeg, worcestershire sauce and salt.
  • Step 3
    Simmer on medium-low until thickened. Turn heat off. Stir in 2-1/4 cups cheese until melted. Add mustard. Pour macaroni into casserole dish. Pour cheese sauce over macaroni, stir. In bowl, mix breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Sprinkle w/ remaining cheese. Bake 20 mins, or until golden brown.

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