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easy baked macaroni and cheese on a plate with broccoli
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Easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy and smooth baked mac and cheese recipe that is perfect as a main course or a side dish. Serve with green vegetables for a well balanced meal!
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Easy Macaroni and Cheese, Mac and Cheese Recipe, Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Dry Pasta, any shape
  • 3 Tbsp Butter
  • 3 Tbsp Flour (we use einkorn)
  • 2 cups Milk (we use raw)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (we use raw cheddar)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and add pasta.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saute pan or pot. Add flour and whisk until smooth.
  • Over medium heat until the mixture is lightly browned; 1-2 minutes. Add milk and whisk again. Add salt and pepper.
  • Still stirring, cook over medium-high heat until sauce thickens; 6-10 minutes, depending on your stove.
  • Add grated cheese and whisk until smooth and melted. Turn off the heat.
  • When pasta is cooked to the desired texture, drain and add it to an oven safe dish. Pour cheese sauce over pasta.
  • Stir to combine pasta and sauce. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is browned. Serve immediately.