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Baked Macaroni And Cheese
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Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | package | Elbow Macaroni » 8 oz. | ||
| 3 1/2 | tablespoons | Butter » divided |
Butter
Butter is a creamy, fatty spread made from churned milk or cream. It's used in cooking and baking to add flavor, moisture, and richness to dishes. Butter is the parent of many delicious
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| 2 | tablespoons | Flour |
Flour
Flour is a powdery substance made by grinding grains, seeds, or roots. It's a staple in baking and cooking, acting as a binding agent and providing structure and texture to dishes.
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In taste, flour |
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| 1 3/4 | cups | Milk |
Milk
Milk is a creamy liquid produced by mammals. It is essential in diets worldwide. Milk tastes slightly sweet and rich, used in cooking, baking, and as a drink.
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Milk's shelf life varies; refrigerated, it |
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Black Pepper |
Black Pepper
Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its sharp, slightly spicy
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| 2 | cups | Cheddar Cheese » grated | ||
| 1/2 | cup | Bread Crumbs |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Minutes | 30 Minutes | 55 minutes |
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F / 180°C / Gas Mark 4
- Reserve 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter for the bread crumbs.
- Butter 1-quart baking dish, set aside.
1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in heavy saucepan.
3. Blend in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Pour in milk gradually and cook, stirring constantly until mixture thickens.
5. Add salt, pepper and cheddar cheese.
6. Stir until cheese is melted.
7. Add previously cooked macaroni and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
8. Combine bread crumbs with the remaining melted butter.
9. Mix to coat the bread crumbs and sprinkle over the macaroni.
10. Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 30 minutes.
11. Serve hot.
Submitted by Kagar K. | January 4th, 2024 See all of Kagar K.'s Recipes.
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