Copeland's Restaurant Macaroni and Cheese |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Copeland's is a restaurant in Louisiana. Ingredients:
1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked according to pkg directions |
5 tablespoons unsalted butter |
1/4 cup all-purpose flour |
4 cups milk |
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon dry mustard |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper |
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce |
1/4 teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked spanish paprika |
chopped fresh parsley |
Directions:
1. Prepare macaroni.
2. In large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter.
3. Whisk in the flour; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 2 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk in milk.
5. Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
6. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
7. Preheat broiler.
8. Grease shallow 2 1/2 to 3 quart baking dish.
9. Remove sauce from heat; whisk in 2 cups of cheese, salt, mustard, pepper, and hot sauce until smooth.
10. Stir into macaroni until noodles are evenly coated.
11. Pour into prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese, dot with remaining butter, then sprinkle with paprika.
12. Broil 2 inches from heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly and browned.
13. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
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