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Mac Cheese Creamy Comfort: 5 Steps to Ultimate Indulgence

Mac Cheese Creamy Comfort
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Ultimate Mac and Cheese: Creamy Comfort in Minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

Instructions

  1. Gather all tools. Gently warm 2 cups whole milk in a saucepan or microwave until warm to touch, not boiling.
  2. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente (about 1-2 minutes less than recommended). Drain thoroughly; do not rinse.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour constantly for 2-3 minutes until a smooth, pale golden paste forms.
  4. Gradually pour in the warmed milk, whisking continuously until fully incorporated and the sauce begins to thicken (5-7 minutes). Reduce heat to very low. Add 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, whisking until each addition is fully melted and smooth. Do NOT allow the sauce to boil. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  5. Gently add the drained, cooked pasta to the cheese sauce. Fold until every noodle is thoroughly coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. If baking, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Transfer the pasta and cheese mixture to the prepared dish.
  7. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup panko bread crumbs with 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the mac and cheese in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mac and cheese is bubbly around the edges and the topping is golden brown and crispy. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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