Macaroni Cheese (Mac and Cheese)

An american classic, Mac and Cheese is a perfect comfort food for any time of the day.

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Mac and Cheese (Macaroni Cheese) is a very popular and classic American dish. It is a comfort food of sorts – can be had for breakfast, lunch or as an evening snack dish. A rich and creamy dish made with just very few ingredients, it is a one pot dish that can be made in a jiffy. It is also a crowd pleaser especially kids will love this.

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Macaroni Cheese (Mac and Cheese) Recipe

An american classic, Mac and Cheese is a perfect comfort food for any time of the day.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Course: Breakfast, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cheese, comfort, macaroni

Ingredients for Macaroni Cheese (Mac and Cheese)

• 100 to 200 g Macaroni boiled in salted water
• 3 tbsp Breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup Butter - 1/4 cup
• Grated Cheese as required

For Cheese Sauce:

• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 Onion chopped (optional)
• 1 tbsp Plain Flour (Maida)
• 500 ml Milk
• 1 cup Water adjust as required

How to make Macaroni Cheese (Mac and Cheese)

• To make the cheese sauce, heat 2 tblsp butter in a pan.
• Add the chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add 1 tblsp flour, water and milk.
• Keep stirring till the mixture thickens.
• To make the macaroni cheese, arrange the cooked macaroni in a baking dish.
• Pour the cheese sauce over it.
• Cover with grated cheese and breadcrumbs.
• Dot with butter.
• Bake in a moderately hot oven till the top is slightly brown.
• Serve.