Smoked Sausage Mac Cheese (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 (1-pound) box elbow pasta noodles
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1 (16-ounce) bar sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 (13-ounce) smoked sausage, cut into slices
→ Sauce Base
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6 tablespoons flour for all purposes
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4 cups whole milk
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1 teaspoon salt
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Steps to Follow:
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Grab a big skillet and toss in the sausage slices over medium heat. Cook till they get that nice golden color, then move them out to a paper towel to get rid of any extra grease. Set 'em aside for now.
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Take your box grater and shred up the sharp cheddar. Once that's done, just keep it nearby.
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Boil a big pot of salted water. Toss in the elbow macaroni and cook it the way the package says. Drain the noodles well, then set them off to the side.
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Pour the milk into a microwave-safe dish and give it about 2 and a half minutes until it's nice and warm.
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Melt the butter in a giant pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Now whisk in the flour and keep stirring for a minute so nothing sticks.
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Start slowly pouring in the warmed milk while you whisk non-stop. Let it heat until it thickens up, about five minutes. Lower the heat, then sprinkle in the shredded cheese a bit at a time, letting it melt all the way. Toss in the salt now.
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Dump the cooked macaroni and sausage right into the cheesy sauce. Mix everything real well so it's all coated. Try it and add more salt or pepper if you want. Now dig in and enjoy!
# Additional Tips:
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For the creamiest results, shred your own cheese instead of grabbing the pre-grated stuff.
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Everything tastes best right after you mix it all up, so serve it straight away.