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easy kid friendly macaroni and cheese finished dish

Easy Kid-Friendly Macaroni and Cheese

Make easy kid-friendly macaroni and cheese with tender noodles, a creamy cheddar sauce, and simple pantry ingredients in about 35 minutes.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk warmed
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Cook macaroni in salted water until just tender; drain.
  • Melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in warm milk and simmer until lightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and salt.
  • Fold in macaroni and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes.