Ingredients for Southern Mac and Cheese

• 230g (300g ) elbow macaroni

• Kosher salt

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 3 tablespoons plain flour

• 725ml whole milk

• 725ml coarsely grated American cheese, divided

• 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan

• 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

• 1 1/4 teaspoons mustard powder

• 1/8 teaspoons paprika

Preheat oven to 177°C. Cook macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are very tender. Drain; transfer to a 3-quart baking dish.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Whisking vigorously and constantly, gradually add milk. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; add 300g American cheese and whisk until melted. Whisk in Parmesan, pepper, and mustard powder. Season with salt.

Pour cheese sauce over noodles in dish; stir to coat. Sprinkle remaining 60g American cheese over. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake until cheese is browned on top and bubbling around edges, 40-45 minutes.

Disclaimer

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