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Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese 🧀🍝

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this classic comfort food! Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese is quick to prepare and packs a flavor punch that’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as a potluck contribution, this dish will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings! Pair it with a crisp salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal. 🥗✨

Ingredients

For the Macaroni

Instructions

  1. Cook the Macaroni: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender; then drain. 🍝

  2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth and bubbling. Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens. Add salt, pepper, minced onions, and cheese, stirring until the cheese is completely melted.

🔄 Pro Tip: For an extra creamy sauce, consider using whole milk or adding a splash of heavy cream!

  1. Combine: Pour the cheese sauce over the drained macaroni and mix well until the pasta is evenly coated.

  2. Prepare to Bake: Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a greased 1½-quart casserole dish. If you want a flavorful touch, sprinkle tomato slices on top and season with salt, gently pressing them into the mixture.

  3. Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. 🕒✨

Serving Size

This recipe serves 6 to 8 hearty portions, making it a wonderful dish for sharing with friends and family!

Variations

Enjoy the ooey-gooey comfort of Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese; each bite is bound to bring a smile! 😊🧡

All Revisions

ocr Here's the text from the image: **MACARONI & CHEESE** 1½ cups elbow macaroni 3 tbls. butter/margarine 3 tbls. all-purpose flour 2 cups milk ½ tsp. salt Dash pepper ¼ cup minced onion (optional) 2 cups shredded sharp process cheese Cook macaroni in boiling, salted water until tender; drain. Melt butter; blend in flour. Add milk. Cook and stir until thick. Add salt, pepper, onion, and cheese; stir until cheese is melted. Mix sauce with macaroni. Turn into 1½-quart casserole. If you like, sprinkle tomato slices with salt; arrange on top, pushing edge of each slice into macaroni. Bake in 350°F for about 45 minutes, or until bubbly and browned. Makes 6 to 8 servings. **Judy Johnson** *166*
llm # Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese 🧀🍝 Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this classic comfort food! Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese is quick to prepare and packs a flavor punch that’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Perfect for cozy family dinners or as a potluck contribution, this dish will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings! Pair it with a crisp salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal. 🥗✨ ## Ingredients ### For the Macaroni - 1½ cups elbow macaroni - 3 tablespoons butter or margarine - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour - 2 cups milk - ½ teaspoon salt - Dash of pepper - ¼ cup minced onion (optional) - 2 cups shredded sharp processed cheese ## Instructions 1. **Cook the Macaroni:** In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender; then drain. 🍝 2. **Make the Cheese Sauce:** In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth and bubbling. Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens. Add salt, pepper, minced onions, and cheese, stirring until the cheese is completely melted. > 🔄 *Pro Tip:* For an extra creamy sauce, consider using whole milk or adding a splash of heavy cream! 3. **Combine:** Pour the cheese sauce over the drained macaroni and mix well until the pasta is evenly coated. 4. **Prepare to Bake:** Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a greased 1½-quart casserole dish. If you want a flavorful touch, sprinkle tomato slices on top and season with salt, gently pressing them into the mixture. 5. **Bake to Perfection:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. 🕒✨ ## Serving Size This recipe serves 6 to 8 hearty portions, making it a wonderful dish for sharing with friends and family! ## Variations - **Baked with Bread Crumbs:** Sprinkle some toasted breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter on top before baking for an irresistible crunchy topping! 🍞 - **Spicy Kick:** Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese sauce for a little kick! 🔥 - **Healthier Twist:** Substitute whole wheat pasta for a nuttier flavor and added fiber. You can also blend in some pureed cauliflower into the cheese sauce for a sneaky veggie boost! 🥦 - **Gourmet Touch:** Experiment with different cheeses like Gouda, Gruyère, or a sprinkle of parmesan for a sophisticated flavor palette! Enjoy the ooey-gooey comfort of Judy's Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese; each bite is bound to bring a smile! 😊🧡
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