Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounce) dry macaroni pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (good quality)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (buttered)
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F.
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Step 2: Cook, and drain macaroni according to package directions. Set aside.
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Step 3: In a large saucepan, melt butter.
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Step 4: Add flour mixed with salt and pepper, using a whisk to stir until well blended.
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Step 5: Pour milk and cream in gradually, stirring constantly.
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Step 6: Bring to boiling point, and boil for 2 minutes (stirring constantly).
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Step 7: Reduce heat, and cook (stirring constantly) for 10 minutes.
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Step 8: Add shredded Cheddar cheese a little at a time, and simmer an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
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Step 9: Turn off stove.
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Step 10: Add macaroni to the saucepan, and toss to coat with the cheese sauce.
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Step 11: Transfer macaroni to a buttered baking dish.
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Step 12: Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
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Step 13: Bake 20 minutes, until it's bubbling and golden brown on top.
We hope you enjoy this recipe!
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