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Classic Southern Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Classic Southern Macaroni and Cheese
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Southern United States
Ingredients: 250g macaroni; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 3 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 2.5 cups grated cheddar cheese; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp garlic powder; salt and pepper to taste

Traditional baked macaroni with a rich cheese sauce

50 minutes6 servings

Method

Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente
In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat
Whisk in flour to make a roux, cook for 2 minutes
Slowly add milk and cream while stirring continuously
Cook until thickened, then remove from heat
Stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted
Add garlic powder and season with salt and pepper
Mix with cooked macaroni and transfer to a greased baking dish
Bake at 200°C (390°F) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden

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