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250g macaroni ( elbows)
Water
Salt

1/4 cup butter ( 60g)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (35g)
3 cups whole milk
Cup and half grated cheese ( Gouda or Gruyère + sharp cheddar )
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
Pinch of black pepper

1- season your boiling water generously with salt. Add your pasta of choice and cook just until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it to the side.

2- Add your butter to a medium saucepan on medium heat. Once melted, add flour and mix for about 45 seconds. Now, slowly add your whole milk and keep whisking on medium heat until it thickens.

3- Add your spices ( garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt and pepper)

4- Introduce your cheese to the saucepan and whisk until velvety. Finally, add back your cooked pasta and toss to coat each noodle with the sauce.

5- In a medium-sized baking dish, pour in your mac and cheese, and cheese on top. place it into the oven set to 350ºF for 20 minutes.