Family Friendly Baked Mac and Cheese

This baked mac and cheese combines creamy cheddar sauce and elbow pasta with a crisp top that everyone loves. No mystery ingredients - just real comfort food the whole family will happily dig into.

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta until al dente; drain.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  4. Stir in cheese, then combine with pasta.
  5. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
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