Here’s a creamy, comforting classic—macaroni and cheese 🧀
🍝 Macaroni and Cheese
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 cups macaroni (elbow pasta)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar works best)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
🔥 Instructions:
- Cook the pasta
Boil macaroni in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside. - Make the cheese sauce
- Melt butter in a pan
- Add flour and cook for 1 minute (this makes a roux)
- Slowly whisk in milk, stirring to avoid lumps
- Cook until the sauce thickens
- Add cheese
Lower heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth. - Combine
Add cooked macaroni to the sauce. Mix well. - Season & serve
Add salt, pepper, and paprika. Serve hot and creamy.
🧀 Optional Upgrades:
- Baked version:
Transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs + cheese, and bake at 180°C for 15–20 minutes until golden. - Extra creamy:
Mix in a splash of cream or a slice of processed cheese. - Add-ins:
Chicken, mushrooms, broccoli, or jalapeños.
💡 Tips:
- Use a mix of cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for better flavor and stretch.
- Don’t overcook the pasta—it will soften more in the sauce.
- Add a pinch of mustard powder for a subtle flavor boost.
If you want, I can give you a Desi-style spicy mac & cheese, a one-pot version, or a budget-friendly version 👍
