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Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
If you’re looking for a side dish that is both classic and perfect for a special occasion, look no further than this Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese recipe. It’s easy to make, absolutely delicious and kids love it! Having a good classic macaroni and cheese recipe in your back pocket is always a win. Everyone from kids to adults will love this old-fashioned mac and cheese!

Ingredients
For the topping
For the mac and cheese
Instructions
- Step 1
Place the topping ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.
- Step 2
Preheat oven to 400° F.
- Step 3
Cook pasta in salted water* for about 3 minutes less than package directions call for, until al dente, reserving half a cup of the pasta water.
- Step 4
In a large pot melt the butter and then add the flour, whisking continuously over low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes to make a roux.
- Step 5
Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a boil.
- Step 6
Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, or until sauce is gently bubbling and starting to thicken.
- Step 7
Add reserved pasta water and cheddar cheese and whisk until melted.
- Step 8
Stir in the pasta.
- Step 9
Transfer to a greased 9"x13" baking dish.**
- Step 10
Sprinkle topping on macaroni and cheese.
- Step 11
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until top is golden and bubbling.
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