Classic Macaroni and Cheese | America's Test Kitchen

Classic Macaroni and Cheese | America's Test Kitchen

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Why suffer through stodgy, gritty, greasy, or bland mac and cheese? This delicious version is creamy, rich (but not heavy), and fast enough for a weeknight.

Keywords

  • Vegetarian
  • Cheese
  • Main Courses
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Ingredients

  • 3 slices hearty white sandwich bread, torn into quarters
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces and chilled, plus 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • Salt
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 5 cups whole milk
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (2 cups)
  • 8 ounces (227 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups)

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