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Super Comforting Mac and Cheese

Prep:
10 m
Cook:
20 m
Ready in:
30 m
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This is probably the most comforting and cheesy homemade Mac and Cheese in the world.
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INGREDIENTS
Servings: 4
Vegetable oil 
1 tbsp
Butter 
2 tbsp
All-purpose flour 
3 tbsp
Whole milk 
1 1/2 cups
Cheddar cheese 
3 cups, shredded
Ground cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp
Ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp
Salt 
to taste
Elbow macaroni 
1 lb, cooked to al dente
DIRECTIONS
  1. Heat a deep skillet over medium. Add vegetable oil. Add butter. Stir and cook until the butter melts. Add flour. Stir to combine. Whisking, cook for 3 minutes, or until smooth. 
  2. Whisking, gradually add milk. Stirring, bring the milk to a bubble. When the milk thickens, gradually add cheese (2 cups). 
  3. Season with cayenne pepper and nutmeg. Add the macaroni. Stir to coat. 
  4. Transfer the Mac and Cheese to a baking dish. Top with Cheddar (1 cup). Place the dish under a hot broiler. Allow the cheese to brown. Serve and enjoy your tasty Mac and Cheese!
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