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Prep time
30 minutes
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Cook time
15 minutes
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serves
6
Author Notes
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Ingredients
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1 pound
dry elbow macaroni pasta
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1/2 cup
salted butter
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1/2 cup
all-purpose flour
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2 cups
milk, at room temperature (2% or whole milk)
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2 cups
half-and-half, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon
Worcestershire sauce
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12 ounces
cubed american cheese, at room temperature
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3 cups
grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided (at room temperature)
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1 teaspoon
salt
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1/2 teaspoon
dry mustard
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1/4 teaspoon
black pepper
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1 pinch
nutmeg
Directions
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Boil salted water and cook noodles until just before al dente, according to package directions. Drain and drizzle a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
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While noodles are cooking, make the roux and béchamel sauce in a Dutch oven or large saucepan using the butter, flour, milk, and half-and-half. Whisk in the worcestershire sauce, cheeses, and seasoning.
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Stir in the cooked macaroni until all of the noodles are well coated.
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Pour noodle and cheese mixture into a 9 x 13-inch (3-quart) baking dish. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
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Bake in a 325°F oven for about 15 minutes, until cheese is melted on top and the inside is hot and bubbly.
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