super creamy mac & cheese
I threw this together one night & my whole family loved it...since then, i have to make it at least once a week. I sometimes add in chopped ham, chicken, turkey, ground beef, tuna, or even chopped up hot dogs. broccoli, peas & corn are good veggie add-ins too. just stir in your meat and/or veggie choice before topping with the crumbs & cheese. you can also use different pasta, like rotini or ziti (i use a 1 lb box).
prep time
20 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
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yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 cups lowfat milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup saltine cracker crumbs
How To Make super creamy mac & cheese
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Step 1cook pasta according to package directions, drain & set aside, covered.
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Step 2melt butter in a large sauce pan with the salt & pepper.
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Step 3whisk in the flour to make a thick paste.
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Step 4whisk in the milk & stir constantly over medium heat until thickened.
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Step 5stir in 1-1/2 cup of the cheese until melted & smooth.
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Step 6put pasta & sauce into 3 qt casserole dish, stir to combine.
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Step 7sprinkle cracker crumbs over pasta & sauce evenly.
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Step 8sprinkle remaining half cup of cheese over top.
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Step 9bake in 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes, until cheese on top is melted & crumbs are golden brown.
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Step 10cool ten minutes before serving. makes 12 1 cup servings.
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Category:
Pasta Sides
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
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