Creamy Mac and Cheese
A comforting and creamy macaroni pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy evening.
Ingredients
- ●250g macaroni
- ●50g pastaUsed to add extra creaminess
- ●150g xtra sharp cheddar cheese
- ●20g flaky pastryFor the crispy topping
- ●2 french onion
- ●20g unsalted butter
- ●200ml milk
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Cook the macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until it's al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they're softened and lightly browned.
- 4
Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 5
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens.
- 6
Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 7
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until it's well coated.
- 8
Transfer the macaroni mixture to a baking dish and top with the flaky pastry.
- 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the mac and cheese is heated through.