creamy mac n cheese
dried pasta - i usually stick with elbow, sometimes large elbow.
whole milk.
half n half.
butter.
flour.
cheese - a combo of gouda, cheddar and jack are my usuals. spice it up with habanero jack. lots of options. depends on mood and availability. make sure it melts good.
salt and pepper.
cook pasta to slightly under done. drain and add a little olive oil so it doesn't stick.
in a large pot melt butter, mix in flour. stir for a minute or two. then slowly add liquids, stir for a few minutes. add a portion of the cheese then melt in thoroughly. turn off heat. salt and pepper to taste. then add pasta. mix very well.
greased 9 x 13 pan. add a layer of mac n cheese. then add another portion of cheese, a good covering. add remaining mac n cheese. then cover generously with balance of cheese. grate more if needed. bake @ 350 for 15 - 20 minutes. if you want a crispy top...broil for a few.
i like it creamy so focus on the liquid. never enough cheese.