Macaroni and Cheese with Salad
This classic warmer-upper is proper stick-to-your-ribs fare that will see you through a wintry hibernation with delicious cheesiness. Made in just one pan, it's best served with Netflix in cosy socks on the couch.
Recipe
1
Cook Macaroni
Crush garlic. Add macaroni, garlic, 400ml water and ½ teaspoon sea salt to an ovenproof frypan with a lid and bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes.
2
Make Creamy Sauce
Meanwhile, place cornflour and 20ml (1 tablespoon) water in a bowl and stir until smooth. Add cream, Dijon mustard, parmesan, ½ the mozzarella, ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper and mix to combine.
3
Add Sauce
Preheat overhead grill to high. When macaroni is cooked, stir through butter and creamy sauce.
4
Add Crumb
Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs and remaining mozzarella over macaroni and place under grill for 6–7 minutes or until cheese and crumbs are golden.
5
Prepare Salad
Toss salad leaves with your favourite homemade salad dressing.
6
Plate Up
Divide macaroni and cheese between bowls and serve with salad.