Easy Mac and Cheese Hack
A creamy, cheesy mac and cheese made with a simple roux-based sauce for maximum flavor and silky texture.
18Min
4Servings
485Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianKid friendlyvegetarian
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Equipment
Pot
Pan
Stove
Whisk
Spatula
Colander
Plate
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
elbow macaroni
250 g
cheddar cheese (shredded)
200 g
milk
250 ml
butter
30 g
all-purpose flour
30 g
salt
5 g
black pepper
2 g
Instructions
1
Cook the pasta
Boil the macaroni in salted water until al dente.
8 min100°Ctimer 8 min
2
Make the cheese sauce
Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk to create a smooth sauce.
5 minMedium heattimer 5 min
Stir constantly to prevent lumps
3
Melt the cheese
Add shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce and stir until completely melted and smooth.
2 minLow heat
4
Combine pasta and sauce
Drain the cooked pasta and mix it thoroughly with the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
2 min
5
Season and serve
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve hot.
1 min
Original recipe
Storage
Fridge: 3 days
Freezer: 60 days
Reheat: Microwave for 2-3 minutes or skillet over medium heat
Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess
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