Martha Stewart Mac and Cheese Recipe
Do you love creamy pasta? The Martha Stewart Mac and Cheese Recipe is iconic. It is the best comfort food.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Colander
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Baking Dish
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Elbow Macaroni
- 8 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 Cup All-purpose Flour
- 5 1/2 Cups Whole Milk
- 4 Cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 2 Cups Gruyere Cheese
- 1/4 Tsp Nutmeg
- 1/4 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 2 Cups White Bread Crumbs
- 1 Tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Butter your large baking dish well. Set it aside for later use.
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add your elbow macaroni pasta now. Cook it for two minutes less than directed. Drain the pasta in a colander.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan. Add the flour to the melted butter. Whisk them together for one minute. This makes a thick paste.
- Slowly pour in the warm milk. Keep whisking to avoid any lumps. Simmer the liquid until it gets thick. It should coat the back of a spoon.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in most of the grated cheese. Add the salt, pepper, and spices. Stir until the cheese is fully melted.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce. Mix it until every noodle is covered. Pour the mixture into the baking dish.
- Top the pasta with the remaining cheese. Add your fresh breadcrumbs on top. Bake for thirty minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Grate your own cheese for a smoother sauce.
- Do not overcook the pasta in the water.
- Use room temperature milk to prevent sauce lumps.
- Wait five minutes before serving the hot dish.
- Add more cayenne if you like spicy food.
- Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.