Baked Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Macaroni And Cheese

• 3 quarts water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Elbow Macaroni
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
• Seasoned Dry Bread Crumbs
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Dry Mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups milk
• Velveeta Cheese
• Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Baked Macaroni And Cheese

1. Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
2. Add 1 pound of macaroni (elbow or your preferred shape) and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Drain the macaroni thoroughly and set aside.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
5. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside.
6. In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
7. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
8. Stir in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of dry mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
9. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk until smooth.
10. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
11. Remove from heat and stir in 4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend) until melted and smooth.
12. Add the cooked macaroni to the prepared baking dish.
13. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the macaroni.
14. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top.
15. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.