How to Make a Large Batch of Macaroni and Cheese
Gather all the ingredients., In a large pot, put 4-6 quarts of water to boil., When the water reaches a fast boil, add the macaroni and give it a stir., Place the strainer in the sink and carefully pour the pasta and water into it., In a separate...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Gather all the ingredients.
The water should be at least 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) below the rim of the pot.
Set the stove burner to medium-high.
To save time, use warm or hot water from the tap.
Add a pinch of salt to the water. , Cook for about 8 minutes or until the pasta is almost cooked.
Try a piece with a fork (carefully) in order to see if it's ready before turning off the stove. , Once all the water has drained, return the macaroni to the pot and set it on an oven mitt or the stove top. (Just make sure the burner beneath it is turned off.) Cover the pot with a lid. , When the butter has melted into the oil, add flour and mix it well with a whisk. (a fork or slotted spoon will also work) Continue to gently stir this mixture for about three minutes, or until it's smooth and begins to turn light brown. , Let this mixture cook for a few minutes, stirring it frequently until it reaches a low boil (bubbles reach the surface, but don't break immediately) and starts to thicken. , Continue stirring until all the cheese has melted. ,, Gently stir until the macaroni is completely coated in sauce. , -
Step 2: In a large pot
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Step 3: put 4-6 quarts of water to boil.
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Step 4: When the water reaches a fast boil
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Step 5: add the macaroni and give it a stir.
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Step 6: Place the strainer in the sink and carefully pour the pasta and water into it.
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Step 7: In a separate
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Step 8: large saucepan
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Step 9: heat oil and butter over medium heat.
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Step 10: Slowly add the milk to the mixture
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Step 11: and continue to stir with a whisk (or fork or slotted spoon).
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Step 12: Stir in two cups of shredded cheddar cheese
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Step 13: about half a cup at a time.
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Step 14: Taste the sauce (carefully-- it'll be hot); add salt
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Step 15: pepper
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Step 16: and nutmeg (optional) until it's perfectly delicious.
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Step 17: Pour the sauce over the cooked macaroni.
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Step 18: Serve and enjoy!
Detailed Guide
The water should be at least 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) below the rim of the pot.
Set the stove burner to medium-high.
To save time, use warm or hot water from the tap.
Add a pinch of salt to the water. , Cook for about 8 minutes or until the pasta is almost cooked.
Try a piece with a fork (carefully) in order to see if it's ready before turning off the stove. , Once all the water has drained, return the macaroni to the pot and set it on an oven mitt or the stove top. (Just make sure the burner beneath it is turned off.) Cover the pot with a lid. , When the butter has melted into the oil, add flour and mix it well with a whisk. (a fork or slotted spoon will also work) Continue to gently stir this mixture for about three minutes, or until it's smooth and begins to turn light brown. , Let this mixture cook for a few minutes, stirring it frequently until it reaches a low boil (bubbles reach the surface, but don't break immediately) and starts to thicken. , Continue stirring until all the cheese has melted. ,, Gently stir until the macaroni is completely coated in sauce. ,
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