Mac and Cheese Roux Recipe
Mac and Cheese Roux Recipe is a traditional way of making the classic comfort food. A roux-based recipe that involves making a creamy and cheesy sauce by cooking butter and flour over low heat, adding milk, and then adding shredded cheese. The result is a comforting and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over low heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
- Cook the roux over low heat for 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly. This will help cook off the raw flour taste and give the roux a nutty flavor.
- Slowly add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10-12 minutes.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the macaroni and cheese sauce in a large bowl and serve.