Ingredients for Leslie's Macaroni Cheese
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Dry Mustard
- Seasoning Salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Saltine Crackers
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How to Make Leslie's Macaroni Cheese
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter completely.
- Whisk in flour, Dijon mustard, and salt until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir gently to combine.
- Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 8x8 inch or 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the crushed saltine crackers evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
66g
Carbs
13g