How to Make a Mac N Cheese Bowl: Simple Steps for a Delicious Meal!

Okay, let’s talk about the mac n cheese bowl I made. I wanted something cheesy and comforting, so this was the perfect thing. I grabbed a box of elbow macaroni from the pantry, the one I always use for this type of dish. I also got a big pot and filled it with water, added some salt, and put it on the stove to boil.

While waiting for the water to boil, I started gathering other stuff I needed. I found a block of cheddar cheese in the fridge, some butter, and a carton of milk. Then, I started grating the cheese, which took a bit of time, but it was worth it. Freshly grated cheese always melts better.

Cooking the Macaroni

Once the water was boiling, I poured the macaroni into the pot. I set a timer for about 7 minutes, because I wanted the pasta to be slightly undercooked. They say it is called “very firm” when you do this.

Making the Cheese Sauce

While the macaroni was cooking, I started on the cheese sauce. I melted a few tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the butter was melted, I sprinkled in some flour and whisked it together to make a roux. After cooking the roux for a minute or two, I slowly poured in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

Once the milk was incorporated, I added the grated cheese to the sauce, stirring until it was all melted and smooth. To give it some extra flavor, I added a pinch of smoked paprika, some black pepper, and a dash of celery salt. You know, some people like to add stuff like tuna or mayo, but I kept it simple this time.

Putting It All Together

After the macaroni was cooked, I drained it and added it to the cheese sauce. I stirred everything together until the macaroni was fully coated in that creamy, cheesy goodness. I divided the mac and cheese into bowls and topped with some extra grated cheese and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs, which I fried quickly in a pan for that extra crunch. It was so good, rich, and satisfying, just what I was looking for.

• Boil macaroni in salted water.
• Make a roux with butter and flour.
• Whisk in milk to create a sauce.
• Add grated cheese and seasonings.
• Combine cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce.

It was a pretty easy meal to make, and it definitely hit the spot. I might try adding some other things next time, maybe some chopped celery or different kinds of cheese. But for a classic mac and cheese bowl, this one was perfect.