frugal group recipes? Hi Robin MAC & CHEESE recipe

[Guest guest]

Hi Robin make 2 batches of this and if there are leftovers it freezes well.

I hope this helps.

AJ

 

Mac & Cheese

 

3/4 lb. unsalted butter

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

20 cups homogenized milk

2 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard

3/4 teaspoon cayenne

5 lbs. macaroni

4 lbs. old cheddar cheese

3 cups. grated parmesan cheese

 

Make a roux.

Melt butter over medium heat.

Whisk in flour.

Cook, stirring frequently, until roux starts to look drier, about 5 minutes.

Don't let roux get too dark.

Add cold milk in a steady stream, whisking constantly.

Bring bechamel to a boil, whisking often.

Add cayenne, mustard, and salt to taste.

Let boil for a minute or two, until sauce thickens.

Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.

Grate cheese.

Reserve 4 cups to top casseroles.

Stir the rest into the finished sauce, along with the parmesan.

Stir until relatively smooth.

Add macaroni and combine.

Pour mixture into three greased shallow tin foil pans.

Sprinkle reserved cheddar on top.

Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until bubbly.

Makes 30 servings.