How to Make Baked Mac-n-Cheese

Baked macaroni and cheese is a food that can be used as a side dish or a full meal. If instructions are followed, the baked macaroni and cheese can be cooked in less than 45 minutes for people looking for a quick meal. Baked macaroni and cheese can be served at holiday parties, as a side item, for lunch or just a regular family meal.

Things You'll Need

• 14 oz. box of macaroni and cheese
• 1 cup of milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup butter
• Salt
• Pepper
• Drainer
• Spoon
• Medium pot
• 11x15 baking dish

Instructions

1. Fill the put halfway with water. Place the pot on medium-high heat, add the butter and dash of salt and bring it to a boil.

2. Add the macaroni to the pot. Let it cook for about 11 minutes or until the macaroni is soft.

3. Drain the water from the macaroni and add the package of cheese that came in the box. Stir the macaroni and cheese together and add pepper as desired.

4. Pour the mac and cheese into the baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and place it in the oven.

5. Bake the mac and cheese on 350 degrees for about 20 minutes or until the cheese on top is lightly brown. Serve.

Tips & Warnings

• You may top your mac and cheese with vegetables or even sour cream.

References

• Cooks.com: Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
• Cooks.com: Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
• Food Network.com: Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe