Ingredients for Mums Macaroni Cheese
- 500ml milk
- 250g macaroni
- 50g butter
- Plain Flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Cheddar Cheese
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- Broccoli
- 100g diced bacon
- 150g sliced tomatoes
- 50g breadcrumbs
- Parmesan Cheese
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How to Make Mums Macaroni Cheese
- Boil 250g macaroni and 150g broccoli florets in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.
- While the pasta cooks, melt 50g butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add 2 finely chopped shallots and 100g diced bacon, cook until the bacon is crispy and the shallots are softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in 50g plain flour, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp mustard powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in 500ml milk into the roux, ensuring no lumps form. Continue to whisk until the sauce thickens and is smooth.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in 200g grated cheddar cheese until melted and remove from heat.
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F / Gas Mark 7). Combine the cooked macaroni, broccoli, and cheese sauce in an ovenproof dish. Stir to coat evenly.
- Arrange 150g sliced tomatoes over the macaroni cheese. Sprinkle with 50g breadcrumbs and 25g grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
73g
Carbs
22g
