When it comes to keeping my three kids happy at meal time, I tend to stick to a few tried & true favorites. One of those is Ina's Macaroni & Cheese. We LOVE how easy it is to make and it's so delicious. Her original recipe calls for tomatoes but we usually remove those from the recipe. If you're looking for a good side that never disappoints, this is a great one to add to your list!
Drizzle oil into a large pot of boiling salted water. Add the macaroni and cook according to the directions on the package, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain well.
Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small saucepan, but don't boil it. Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large (4-quart) pot and add the flour. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk. While whisking, add the hot milk and cook for a minute or two more, until thickened and smooth. Off the heat, add the Gruyere, Cheddar, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add the cooked macaroni and stir well. Pour into a 3-quart baking dish.
elt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, combine them with the fresh bread crumbs, and sprinkle on the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the macaroni is browned on the top.
Recipe Note
Ina's original recipe includes tomatoes but we usually don't include them!
