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Macaroni and Cheese

By Diana Rattray, About.com

Here's a version of everyone's favorite.

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • dash ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 6 eggs, separated

Preparation:

Macaroni and Cheese Directions:
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. Melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Blend in flour, salt and peppers; stir well. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened; remove from heat and add cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Beat egg yolks until light; quickly stir into cheese sauce. Mix macaroni with cheese sauce. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff; fold into macaroni mixture. Transfer mixture to a large (3-quart) casserole. Bake at 475° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 400° and bake 25 minutes longer.
Macaroni and cheese recipe serves 6 to 8.

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