How do I cook a cheesy and comforting macaroni and cheese?

Experience cheesy bliss with our ultimate macaroni and cheese recipe. It's the epitome of comfort food, guaranteed to bring back warm memories!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I cook a cheesy and comforting macaroni and cheese. Items include: Macaroni Butter Flour Milk Shredded cheese (cheddar or any suitable cheese) Salt Pepper

Macaroni 8 ounces
Butter 4 tablespoons
Flour 1/4 cup
Milk 2 cups
Shredded cheese (cheddar or any suitable cheese) 2 cups
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Take note
Please be cautious when handling hot dishes and using sharp kitchen utensils.

1

Cook the macaroni

Boil a pot of water and add a pinch of salt. Add the macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Make the cheese sauce

In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.

3

Combine the macaroni and cheese sauce

Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni and gently stir until well-coated. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4

Bake the macaroni and cheese

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle some extra cheese on top for an extra cheesy crust, if desired.