Recipe Name Macaroni and Cheese Submitted by kruegmom
Recipe Description This is a good, quick mac and cheese recipe for busy nights.
Quantity 4 Quantity Unit servings
Prep Time (minutes) 5 Cook Time (minutes) 25 Ready In (minutes) 30
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
16
ouncesmacaroni, elbow
4
tablespoonsMargarine spread
4
tablespoonsall-purpose flour
2
cupscup whole milk
1 1/2
cups, shreddedshredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2
cups, shreddedmonterey jack cheese - shredded
1
dashsalt
1
dashblack pepper
Steps
Sequence Step
1Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk in flour, stir until absorbed.
3Heat milk in microwave 1 minute to warm, do not let boil. Add to pan stirring constantly with a whisk until no lumps. Season with salt and pepper. Cook sauce over medium heat until thickened.
4Add all but 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese to the sauce. Stir until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and fold in macaroni. Serve topped with remaining cheddar cheese.