The Best Macaroni and Cheese

Absolutely Superb Mac & Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 tsp dijon mustard or English mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups dried pasta
• 2.5 cups milk (use semi or whole milk) – More if needed
• 1.5 cups loosely packed grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

STEP 1:

In a saucepan, add pasta and milk. (Double-check if the saucepan is larger than what’s required to prevent the milk from spilling over!)

STEP 2:

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, until pasta is soft, stirring frequently. Be sure the milk does not boil.

STEP 3:

Turn the heat off.

STEP 4:

Add cheese & salt.

STEP 5:

Stir to combine.

STEP 6:

Stir in the mustard a little at a time to taste.

STEP 7:

Cover and let stand for about 5 minutes, then stir again and serve.

STEP 8:

Add a tablespoon or more milk to your desired creaminess level.

STEP 9:

Gently stir.

STEP 10:

Optional: Oven Finish- Place in a baking dish and top with a generous sprinkling of cheese and bake at 200C degrees for approximately 10 minutes until the cheese has melted.

STEP 11:

Optional: Top with some crispy bacon!