OLD FASHIONED ELBOW MAC & CHEESE

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I've not seen any recipe like this here. Mom used to make it, and it is divine comfort food; chunks of cheddar and a basic Béchamel sauce, topped with buttery bread crumbs, make for an amazing dish! **Béchamel sauce technique updated, thanks Noo for pointing out the error.**

Provided by Katzen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
3 cups milk
5 tablespoons flour
salt and pepper
1 1/2 lbs cheddar cheese, medium and old, diced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni, drain.
  • Melt butter over medium heat, add flour and cook briefly while stirring, until slightly golden in colour. Meanwhile, heat milk in microwave or on stove in separate pot until warm.
  • Slowly add milk to flour and butter mixture; cook while whisking until sauce thickens. Add salt and pepper.
  • Put half the cooked macaroni in a 9x13 pan; layer half the cheese, and half the sauce. Repeat.
  • Top with breadcrumbs.
  • Sprinkle top with melted butter.
  • Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 to 40 minutes, until bubbling in middle.

eagle yt
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This recipe is a must-try for any mac and cheese lover. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Kajjoba David
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This mac and cheese is amazing! It's the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


olwethu litiba
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the perfect comfort food.


Ivy Mizer
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals that my family will love, and this mac and cheese fits the bill perfectly.


Priscilla Oosthuizen
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I made this mac and cheese for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Nimcaan Yare
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This mac and cheese is so good! It's the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Namutebi Rovis
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This recipe is a keeper! The macaroni and cheese was creamy and cheesy, and the addition of the bread crumbs gave it a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Khumoetsile Mogobye
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I've made this mac and cheese recipe countless times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


KIRMINA GAYED
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. I was able to make this dish in under 30 minutes, and it turned out perfectly. The macaroni was cooked just right, and the cheese sauce was smooth and flavorful.


dailymeherpur times
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This mac and cheese is a classic for a reason! It's creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying. I love that you can use any type of cheese you like, so you can customize it to your own taste. I used a sharp cheddar and it was perfect.