Ingredients for All American Macaroni Cheese
- 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese (not used in this recipe)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 dash hot pepper sauce (optional)
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How to Make All American Macaroni Cheese
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While macaroni cooks, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the saucepan; cook until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until a smooth paste forms (roux).
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Add black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in sharp cheddar cheese, one cup at a time, until melted and smooth. Repeat with mild cheddar cheese.
- Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- Pour macaroni and cheese into a greased 1-quart casserole dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
67g
Carbs
9g
