Meal
Ingredient
Occasion
Total Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
Creamy and nutrient-dense, this homemade mac and cheese is comfort food at its finest. Made with real ingredients, you can trust this kid-friendly Macaroni and cheese will nourish your little ones. This recipe can be made using gluten-free brown rice elbow pasta or low-gluten einkorn penne. Throw out the ultra processed boxed version!
Creamy and nutrient-dense, this homemade mac and cheese is comfort food at its finest. Made with real ingredients, you can trust this kid-friendly Macaroni and cheese will nourish your little ones. This recipe can be made using gluten-free brown rice elbow pasta or low-gluten einkorn penne. Throw out the ultra processed boxed version!
Directions
Step 1
Bring pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and allow to cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Strain immediately.
Step 2
While pasta is cooking, melt butter over medium heat in a medium-large pot or saucepan. Use a stainless steel whisk or a silicone spatula to whisk in your flour and ground mustard so that there aren’t any clumps.
Step 3
Over medium heat, slowly whisk in milk, little by little, stirring constantly to keep consistency thick and to press out clumps as they form. Do not add milk all at once. Add small amounts of milk and add a little more once it’s fully integrated. Continue whisking and stirring for several minutes until thick and bubbling. Turn heat down to low, then add in the shredded cheese and allow it to melt in while you stir.
Step 4
Season cheese sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Next, add the cooked al dente macaroni pasta to the cheese sauce, stir well, and serve immediately.
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