How to make Macaroni & Cheese: recipe

MACARONI AND CHEESE: RECIPE
Macaroni and Cheese is a classic baked pasta dish which can either be served as an entrée or as a side dish. It is a very simple dish, sometimes referred to mac 'n' cheese. There are endless combinations with common additions like peas, corn, ham and even ground beef.

The key to a good Macaroni and Cheese is the cheese and ultimately the cheese sauce. Make sure you try to buy a block of aged cheddar cheese and grate it yourself.

Macaroni Cheese Ingredients
- Melted margarine, to grease
- 145g (1 cup) dried macaroni pasta
- 40g (1/2 cup) grated cheddar
White Sauce Ingredients
- 375ml (1 1/2 cups) milk
- 20g (1 tbs) margarine
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbs cornflour
- 125ml (1/2 cup) water

Step 1
Preheat oven to 250°C. Brush a 1-litre (4-cup) ovenproof dish with the melted margarine to lightly grease.
Step 2
Cook the macaroni in a medium saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente.
Step 3
Meanwhile, to make sauce, heat milk and margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper. Combine cornflour and water and stir in gradually. Bring to the boil, stirring. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring, for 5-7 minutes or until thick.
Step 4
Drain the macaroni. Add to the white sauce and stir to combine. Transfer to greased dish and sprinkle with cheddar. Cook in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately.

Recipe by Jessica Vanderwolf