Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper to create a roux; cook for 1 minute.
- 3. Gradually whisk in milk until the mixture thickens.
- 4. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- 5. Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce until well-coated.
- 6. Transfer mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle with additional cheese if desired, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg