"The best macaroni and cheese recipe ever. Seriously. Creamy, cheesy, straightforward, ooey, gooey – this macaroni and cheese will knock your socks off...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 oz. (1/2 pound or about 1¾ cups) macaroni or other medium tubular pasta (like penne or conchiglie)*
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3 tablespoons butter
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¼ cup flour
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika plus more for sprinkling on top
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2½ cups 2% milk
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3 cups grated medium cheddar cheese*