Macaroni & Cheese

Totally kid friendly, and lacto-ovo vegetarian friendly - I generally spruce it up with bacon, pancetta, chorizo etc. Anything you want to add you can.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 500  g elbow macaroni
• 2  tablespoons plain flour
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1  cup cheese, grated
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 cup cheese, grated (extra)
•  salt & pepper (to season)

Directions

1. Bring to the boil a pot of water, add a dash of saly and olive oil to prevent pasta sticking together.
2. Add macaroni and cook per packet instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Add butter to a saucepan and melt until bubbling.
4. Add flour and stir to create a roux by cooking until golden.
5. Slowly add milk to saucepan and whisk until smooth.
6. Continue adding milk and stir continually until thick and smooth.
7. Add 1 cup of cheese and stir until melted inches.
8. In a casserole dish combine cooked pasta and cheese sauce, mix well until all pasta is coated. Season to taste.
9. Sprinkle with extra cheese and grill until browned.