Today on DelmarvaLife –
Gut-wrenching gas prices. What’s going on? When will we get some relief? We get some insight on the situation from Salisbury University Business Professor, Dr. Memo Diriker.
The old saying goes, if it sounds like it’s too good to be true, it probably is. That statement rings true when it comes to the housing market, specifically, online estimates. Local real estate broker, Pam Price of Pam Price and Associates RE/MAX Coast and Country tells us what to watch out for when looking to buy a home.
Two years of a pandemic has truly put us to the test. Some have handled the uncertainty and stress with relative ease, while others have not. We talk with Beth Anne Langrell, CEP of “For All Seasons” about how we can focus on hope.
We get a preview of the new show on Fox21, Domino Masters
Chef Jeremy Dashiell of Green Hill Country Club joins us in the DelmarvaLife Kitchen. We put together Irish Nachos.
Nothing that comes out of a box will compare to our comforting recipe for Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese. The little bit of extra effort to do it ourselves will reap such a big pay-off — it’s worth every moment! So, roll up your sleeves, and get ready for a no-frill mac and cheese that will change the way you think of dinner.
What You’ll Need
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups milk
- 4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
What to Do
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain, return macaroni to pot, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add flour, salt, and pepper; mix well. Gradually add milk, bring to a boil, and cook until smooth and thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheese and continue stirring until melted.
- Add three-quarters of cheese sauce to macaroni; mix well. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish and pour remaining cheese sauce evenly over top.
- In a microwaveable bowl, melt remaining butter in microwave. Stir in crushed crackers; mix until crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle evenly over top of macaroni.
- Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes, or until heated through.
Check This Out!
- How about topping off this ultimate comfort meal with a bowl of creamy rice pudding! Mmmm!
- If you’re looking for other great homestyle macaroni and cheese recipes, check out our collection of 22 Best Mac and Cheese Recipes.
- Need more cheese? Try our “Unstuffed” Stuffed Cheesy Pork Chops, our Pull-Apart Cheese Bread, or our Cheesy Bacon Pierogi Bake!
