QUICK MACARONI AND CHEESE RECIPE

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Categories     Cheese

Yield 3 to 4 1

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 quarts water
1 Tbsp salt
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 lb cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups, packed)
1 teaspoon corn starch
2 teaspoons flour
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup ham, chopped into 1/4 inch cubes
Freshly grated black pepper
METHOD

Steps:

  • 1 In a medium sized bowl, mix corn starch into the grated cheese, so that the cheese is coated, set aside. This will help the cheese from getting too stringy. 2 Bring 2 quarts of water with the tablespoon of salt to a boil in thick-bottomed saucepan. Add the elbow macaroni and follow the cooking time instructions on the package, minus about 2 minutes. (If your macaroni doesn't come with instructions, start checking at 7 minutes). Cook until al dente - cooked through, but still slightly firm. Drain the water from the cooking pan. 3 While the macaroni is cooking, prepare the sauce. Melt the butter in a large saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in the flour. Slowly dribble in the milk, while whisking (to avoid clumping) until the sauce is smooth. Slowly add the grated cheese, while whisking, until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice. Add the cooked, drained macaroni and ham. Do not over-mix. Sprinkle in some freshly grated black pepper. Serve immediately. Serves 3-4 adults or 4-6 kids.

Arun Kc
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser.


Muhammad Omar
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This is my favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Shaheen Pashtun
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. It's a great go-to recipe for a quick and easy meal.


qadir albaloshi
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Paban mandal
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I made this recipe for my kids and they devoured it. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


I A M BOT
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Kathy Carrie
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Nomi Awan
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


cartoon kids كرتون كيدز
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I used a different type of cheese than the recipe called for and it was still delicious. This recipe is very versatile.


Md Ijharul
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I added some cooked chicken to this recipe and it was amazing! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Kate Arrington
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This was my first time making macaroni and cheese from scratch and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.


Jay Prakash Yadav
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Ibrson bungel Belel
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.