2 Mug Recipes In Microwave - Mac & Cheese | Chocolate Cake

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: any pasta shape

More nutritious or versatile.

Preheat oven to 360F (180C).

In a large bowl combine all the cheeses and set aside.

Heat large pot of salted water, cook the macaroni to al dente (1-2 minutes less than package instructions).

While the pasta is cooking make the sauce: In a large pot, melt the butter, add flour and whisk over medium-low heat. Cook for a couple of minutes, whisking constantly. Gradually add the milk and whisk until smooth. Cook until slightly thickens, about 5-6 minutes.

Gradually add 3/4 of the cheeses to the sauce and whisk until melted after each addition. Season with salt and pepper and mix.

Drain the pasta and add to the sauce.

Transfer to a 12-inch (30cm) round baking dish, sprinkle the remaining 1/4 of the cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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