Mac and Cheese:
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/d5558882-57d1-4e10-9341-ba4343efeec7
Original source: https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/homemade-mac-and-cheese/
Recipe image: https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Homemade-Mac-and-Cheese26-1.jpg

Skip the box and make the best Mac and Cheese from scratch in just 30 minutes, with simple ingredients and foolproof tips for a perfectly smooth, creamy cheese sauce every time.
Yield: 5
Prep time: PT15M
Cook time: PT15M
Total time: PT30M

Ingredients
- 1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni (*)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups milk (, any kind)
- 3/4 cup half and half
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese*

Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and lightly grease an 8' square (or similar size) baking dish.
2. Cook the macaroni to al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Blend in the flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk and half and half, stirring constantly, and cook over medium-low heat for a few minutes until the mixture has thickened like the consistency of gravy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup shredded cheese, stirring just until melted.
4. Combine: Add the cooked macaroni noodles and toss to coat. Pour half or the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over the top. Add remaining pasta and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted on top.