AMERICAN STYLE MAC AND CHEESE

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An indulgent American style Mac and cheese, great for sharing as a side dish at family gatherings.

Provided by Derek Smith 4

Time 50m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

500g packet macaroni
125g butter
4 tablespoons plain flour
400g grated cheddar cheese
475ml milk
400ml double cream
4 slices bread, torn into small pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and reserve.
  • Preheat oven to 175 degrees C (350 degrees F)
  • In a large sauce pan, melt 4 tablespoons butter or margarine over medium heat. Add flour and some ground black pepper to taste; stirring until paste-like consistency.
  • Add milk to mixture and stir continually until mixture starts to thicken; slowly stir in cheese 1 cup at a time until all cheese is melted.
  • Add double cream
  • Pour cheese mixture over macaroni. Mix well and pour into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Place bread pieces on top of macaroni mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Melt 4 tablespoons butter or margarine and pour over bread.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve.

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