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Spicy Mac and Cheese

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
35 min
TOTAL TIME
50 min
SERVINGS
6 servings
Dinner
Spicy Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 ounces American cheese, cubed
  • 8 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta), cubed
  • 1/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to the highest temperature setting, which is 400 degrees F (or equivalently, 205 degrees C).
2
Next, take a butter knife and spread a generous amount of butter evenly across the interior surface of your 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
3
In a separate pot, bring the water to a rolling boil by turning on the burner and adjusting the heat as necessary. Add a pinch of salt to the water, which will enhance its flavor and help bring out the natural taste of your macaroni.
4
Once the water reaches its boiling point, add the macaroni and continue to cook until it is almost tender, approximately 6 minutes.
5
Drain the excess water from the pot using a colander or strainer, and set it aside.
6
In another saucepan, melt the butter over a medium heat setting, which is usually around 4-5 on a scale of 1-10.
7
Using a whisk or spoon, blend the flour into the melted butter until it forms a smooth paste.
8
Add the mustard powder and pepper to the mixture, blending them in until they are fully incorporated.
9
Slowly pour in the milk while continuously whisking the mixture to prevent lumps from forming.
10
Add the American and processed cheeses to the saucepan, stirring constantly as they melt into a smooth and creamy consistency.
11
Drain the cooked macaroni, then add it to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.
12
Transfer the macaroni mixture to your prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
13
Cover the top of the dish with a layer of bread crumbs, which will add texture and flavor to your finished product.
14
Cover the dish with a lid or aluminum foil, then bake it in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and is bubbly.