Let’s get cooking – but remember to get an adult to help you!

Ingredients:

Macaroni

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Pepper to taste
• 2 cups milk
• ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• Paprika, optional

Method:

• In a saucepan, melt butter over mediumlow heat.
• Stir flour into the butter until smooth and bubbly.
• Add salt.
• Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
• Add cheese and continue to cook and stir until melted.
• Place water in a pot and bring to the boil.
• Add the macaroni; boil for 10-15 minutes – or until soft.
• Drain the pasta.
• In an ovenproof baking dish, alternate layers of macaroni and cheese sauce. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired.
• Bake in a preheated at 350°C oven for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
• Enjoy!