Simple Toddler Mac and Cheese
Creamy, homemade mac and cheese that toddlers absolutely love. Made with real cheese and ready in under 20 minutes.
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 12 min
4 servings
american
lunch
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Ingredients
- •2 cups Elbow macaroni
- •2 tbsp Butter
- •2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- •1.5 cups Milk, whole milk
- •2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded sharp
- •0.5 tsp Salt
- •0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
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1. Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions until tender.
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2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
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3. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.
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4. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
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5. Cook until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
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6. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
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7. Drain pasta and mix with cheese sauce.
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8. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
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