Macaroni and cheese recipe
Whatever the reason, whatever the occasion, a bowl of this mac and cheese will always spell comfort.
Preparation time: less than 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 to 30 minutes
Serves 4
How To Make the Best Macaroni and Cheese on the Stove - Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn
Cooking time: 10 to 30 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients
250 gm macaroni
40 gm butter
40 gm plain flour
600 ml milk
250 gm grated cheddar
50 gm grated parmesan (or a similar vegetarian alternative)
Method
250 gm macaroni
40 gm butter
40 gm plain flour
600 ml milk
250 gm grated cheddar
50 gm grated parmesan (or a similar vegetarian alternative)
Method
- Cook the macaroni in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes; drain well and set aside.
- Melt the butter over a medium heat in a saucepan slightly larger than that used for the macaroni. Add the flour and stir to form a roux, cooking for a few minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time. Cook for 10-15 minutes to a thickened and smooth sauce.
- Meanwhile, preheat the grill to hot.
- Remove the sauce from the hob, add 175g/6oz of the cheese and stir until the cheese is well combined and melted.
- Add the macaroni to the sauce and mix well. Transfer to a deep suitably-sized oven-proof dish.
- Sprinkle over the remaining cheddar and the parmesan and place the dish under the hot grill. Cook until the cheese is browned and bubbling. Serve straightaway.
