Macaroni and cheese recipe

"Macaroni and cheese recipe This mac and cheese recipe has many similarities to another of my favorites; One Pan Baked Ziti. They are both creamy, and dreamy, comfort food that gets baked to cheesy, bubbly perfection in the oven.I’m pretty sure that most adults love a great homemade macaroni and cheese recipe just as much as our kids do! My kids will enjoy a box of Kraft macaroni and day, but everyone gets especially excited when I make this homemade mac and cheese, and for good reason! This recipe is incredibly easy, and your kids would probably love to help you make it! I let my littles help grate the cheese and measure the noodles. For me, mac and cheese has to have a smooth and creamy cheese sauce, and I’ve had enough trial and error in this department to understand that there are a few simple things you can do to achieve that smooth sauce we all want in our macaroni! Here's a classic macaroni and cheese recipe that's sure to please: Ingredients: 8 ounces (about 2 cups) elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish) 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping) Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish and set it aside. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.