Macaroni and Cheese (Three portions)
This classic macaroni and cheese recipe from 1900 offers a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for a simple yet delicious dinner. The dish features tender macaroni enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, enhanced with a hint of paprika. Baked to golden perfection, this recipe delivers a rich and savory flavor profile that's sure to please.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Macaroni, broken in pieces
- 1 qt Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 tablespoons Cheese, cut in small pieces
- 1 1/2 cups Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
- 3 tablespoons Flour
Instructions
- 1Cook the macaroni in the boiling salted water until tender. (About fifteen minutes.) Drain and rinse thoroughly with cold water.
- 2Melt the butter, add the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually add the milk and cheese. Cook three minutes.
- 3Add the macaroni. Mix well, and pour into a well-buttered baking dish. Place in a moderate oven (350°F / 175°C) and cook twenty minutes.