MACARONI CHEESE Serves 4
Comfort Food – this simple dish is a winner with kids. Our recipe provides for a twist with the juicy cherry tomatoes.
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400g cut macaroni 150-200g grated red cheddar (or any cheese) White sauce 50g butter 50g flour 700ml milk 1 tbsp Dijon mustard salt and freshly cracked black pepper Optional Twists: -fresh nutmeg added to the white sauce -150g cherry tomatoes, quartered -Fried bacon lardons or cooked chicken pieces -100g breadcrumbs, mixed with 50g melted butter and extra cheese and fresh herbs.
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Method
- To Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to packet instructions until the pasta is ‘al dente’ (with a slight bite to it). Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside in a warm place.
- For the White Sauce: Melt butter over a low heat in a medium saucepan. Stir in th
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