American Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Sharp cheddar sauce clings to tender macaroni, while crisp, golden crumbs and a squeeze of lemon keep every forkful lively.
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Ingredients
- 180 g gluten-free macaroni, certified gluten-free
- 180 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 300 ml whole milk
- 25 g unsalted butter
- 18 g gluten-free all-purpose flour, certified gluten-free
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¾ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 35 g gluten-free breadcrumbs, certified gluten-free
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Method
- Boil macaroni in salted water until just tender; drain well.8 min timer
- Toast breadcrumbs in olive oil until crisp and golden; set aside.3 min timer
- Melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook until lightly golden.2 min timer
- Whisk in milk and mustard; simmer until thick enough to coat.4 min timer
- Stir in cheddar, lemon, salt and pepper, fold through macaroni; top with crumbs.
Why it works
- Celiac disease: Certified gluten-free macaroni, flour and breadcrumbs make the cheddar dish.
- Soy allergy: Milk, butter, cheddar and olive oil make the sauce and crisp topping without soy.
- Wheat allergy: Certified gluten-free macaroni, flour and breadcrumbs keep the dish wheat-free.
Celiac check: watch for hidden gluten in soy sauce, stock, malt vinegar and seasoning blends, and oats that aren’t certified. Gluten gives food ideas, not medical advice: always check labels for allergens and cross-contact.
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