Easy Homemade Classic Mac and Cheese
Easy to make and enjoyable to taste
About the Recipe
The classic mac and cheese. Always great to make and enjoyable to taste. This is our way to prepare a delicious mac and cheese.
Dive into the ultimate comfort food experience with our classic mac and cheese recipe! This isn't just any mac and cheese. It's the real deal. Our easy-to-follow guide will walk you through creating the creamiest, dreamiest and most flavorful homemade mac and cheese from scratch.
Forget the boxed stuff and get ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that brings back memories of home-cooked meals. We'll show you the secrets to a perfectly smooth and rich cheese sauce, the best cheeses to use for that iconic pull and how to get those noodles just right. Whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, this recipe is a must-have for your collection. Perfect for a cozy night in a potluck or a holiday gathering, this classic comfort food is guaranteed to be a hit every single time. Get ready to stir up some happiness!
We suggest this large ceramic baking dish as it is suitable for macaroni, lasagna and other delicious oven recipes
If you would like to have a baking dish set with 4 different sizes then we can suggest the Malacasa Porcelain baking dishes set
Instructions
- Boil the macaroni in lightly salted water until al dente. Drain.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the flour. Stir the flour mixture until it dries, stirring constantly, until it smells like biscuits. Gradually add the milk and cream, stirring gently until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in half the cheese. Meanwhile, cut the cooked ham into 1-centimeter squares and add them to the sauce. Mix the pasta into the sauce as well.
- Pour the mixture into a large baking dish or several small dishes and top with the remaining cheese. Place the macaroni in the oven under the broiler until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
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Common Recipe Abbreviations
- g: gram
- kg: kilogram
- l: litre
- lb: pound
- ml: millilitre
- oz: ounce
- tbsp: tablespoon
- tsp: teaspoon
