Easy Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 300 g (10½ oz) Macaroni
• 40 g (1.4 oz) Butter
• 40 g (1.4 oz) Plain flour
• 600 ml (2½ cups) Milk
• 200 g (7 oz) Mature cheddar, grated
• 1 tsp English or Dijon mustard, optional
• Salt and black pepper

You’ll need: Large saucepan, Medium saucepan

Method

1. 1

   Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than the packet says. Drain.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add the milk a splash at a time, whisking, until smooth. Simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring, until thickened.

4. 4

   Take off the heat and stir in the cheese and mustard until melted. Season, then stir in the macaroni and cook gently for 2 minutes. Serve.