Happy Mac and Cheese Day!

Hi readers,

What a deliciously cheesy day it is! It’s Mac and Cheese day! And what better way to celebrate than making an easy, cheesy recipe.

*Be sure to ask an adult for help when cooking in the kitchen.

You’ll need:

• 1 box of elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 cups of milk
• 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 tsp of salt

What to do:

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring until cooked through but still firm. Drain.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth.
3. Slowly pour in milk while constantly stirring. Mix until the sauce is smooth and bubbling.
4. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
5. Mix macaroni into the cheese sauce until coated.
6. Enjoy!

So much cheesy goodness! If you try this recipe, let us know in the comments what you thought!

Bye for now,

-Elora, chirpblog@owlkids.com