Monday, 11 February 2013

Macaroni and cheese


For all the cheese lovers...here it is Mac and Cheese plain, simple and cheesyy :D



Ingredients


  • Macaroni - 400 gms
  • Grated cheese - 2cups
  • Butter - 50 g
  • Milk - 2 cups
  • All purpose flour (maida) - 2tbsp
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Oregano or mixed herbs
  • Red chili flakes

Method

  1. Cook macaroni according to the packet instructions and keep aside.
  2. Take a non stick pan add butter once the butter melts add the flour and keep stirring on medium heat,gradually add milk and keep stirring until smooth, once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat and keep  it on simmer for another 2 - 3 mins
  3. Remove from the stove and add grated cheese and mix well until the cheese melts and its smooth.If it is not smooth add little more milk to it.
  4. The consistency of the white sauce should be like a smooth but slightly thick sauce.
  5. Now add the cooked macaroni to the white sauce and mix until nicely coated.
  6. Season with salt,black pepper, oregano or mixed herbs, red chili flakes and give it a good mix.
  7. Serve immedietly.
Note: The secret of making a smooth and velvety white sauce is to keep string continuously  :D 

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