perfect mac and cheese from scratch
Tired of the boxed mac and cheese that does not satisfy your craving? I will show you how anyone can make the perfect mac and cheese from scratch even if you can't boil water.
Instructions
1. Put a medium size sauce pan on the stove add about a quart of water and set burner on medium. Bring to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the elbow macaroni and stir to prevent from sticking together. Simmer till the macaroni is well cooked. Drain and set aside. It should take about 30 minutes to cook the macaroni. Be sure it is well done so it will not absorb all the cheese mixture and become too stiff and thick.
2. In another medium size saucepan over medium heat put the butter and let melt. Add the flour and stir to form a paste, called a rue. Allow the rue to cook throughly to avoid a flour taste. Add milk and mix continuously to avoid burning and sticking. When it comes to a boil it will thicken and you may need to add more milk. Start with a little milk and add as you need it to avoid being too thin. When it is at the consistency that you desire you can add the cheese. Add as much cheese as you like. I like mine very cheesy so I usually put about an eight ounce package. The type of cheese you use is up to you, but cheddar is the one that I find works best and melts best. But if you prefer some other type like munster or american it will be just fine and it will suite your taste. Mix well and add salt and pepper to taste. If you find it to be light on the taste I find that a teaspoon of horseradish really brings out the flavors without overpowering any. Hot sauce works well also. Experiment with a scoop that you remove from the pan and this will avoid ruining the entire batch.
3. Pour the cheese mixture over the macaroni and mix well. Pour this mixture into an oven proof pan, 8x10 should be fine. Grate some cheese on the top of the mac and cheese mixture and spread evenly. You can put as much cheese on the top as you wish. If you like a thick crunchy crust add more cheese. Place under broiler until the crust is brown and bubbly. Be careful not to burn the crust. Turn off broiler when the crust is the color you like and let heat in oven at 325 for about 15 minutes, just enough to heal throughly. Remove from oven and let stand for five minutes before serving. Enjoy.
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