Macaroni Pasta
Creamy Macaroni and Cheese: Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy macaroni and cheese recipe. Tender pasta coated in a rich and velvety cheese sauce, topped with a golden layer of melted cheddar and parmesan. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering. Just one bite and you'll be hooked!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 250g/9oz macaroni
- 40g/1½oz butter
- 40g/1½ plain flour
- 600ml/1pint 1½fl oz milk
- 250g/9oz grated cheddar
- 50g/2oz grated parmesan.
Instructions
- 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 ovenproof 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.
Yield
Serves 4
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