Cheddar Late Than Never (mac & cheese)

Aaaaand you just dropped another cheesy masterpieceCheddar Late Than Never 🧀⏰💛 This one’s for those days when dinner happens at 9pm… but it’s so worth the wait.

Here’s your warm, witty recipe package:


🧀 Cheddar Late Than Never

Classic mac & cheese — ultra creamy, extra golden, and here for you even if dinner’s running late. (Because comfort food never clocks out.)

🥣 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk (warm)
  • 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ tsp mustard (optional, but trust)
  • Salt + pepper to taste
  • Optional: paprika, garlic powder, or breadcrumb topping

🔥 Method:

  1. Cook macaroni until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, melt butter. Whisk in flour, cook ~1 min to form a roux.
  3. Slowly whisk in warm milk. Stir until thickened (~5 mins).
  4. Add cheese, mustard, and spices. Stir until melty and smooth.
  5. Fold in pasta. Top with more cheese or bake for 10 mins with breadcrumbs if you’re feelin’ fancy.

🥄 Serve With:

  • A comfy hoodie
  • Late-night tunes
  • Permission to not rush anything

💬 Caption or Affirmation:

“It’s okay if today took longer than expected. Comfort is still on the menu.”


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