Mac and Cheese

MethodTempTimeNotes
Stovetop (roux-based)Medium heat~15 min total (pasta boil + sauce)Cook a butter-and-flour roux before whisking in milk, then stir in cheese off the heat so it stays smooth.

Shred cheese off the block yourself rather than using pre-shredded — the anti-caking coating on bagged shredded cheese keeps it from melting into a fully smooth sauce.

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