Classic Stovetop Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• Penne Pasta

  300 g

  $0.72

• Salted Butter

  40 g

  $0.35

• Plain flour

  30 g

  $0.04

• Milk

  400 ml

  $0.48

• Cheddar cheese

  150 g

  $1.88

• Paprika

  1/2 tsp

  $0.04

• Salt

  1/2 tsp

  $0.00

• Black pepper

  1/4 tsp

  $0.00

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Preparation

1. 1

   Boil pasta in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

3. 3

   Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute until lightly bubbling.

4. 4

   Gradually whisk in the milk to avoid lumps, cooking until smooth and thickened.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in the grated cheddar until completely melted.

6. 6

   Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper, then fold in the drained pasta until fully coated.