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
Peel and crush garlic. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in an ovenrpoof frypan and add garlic, cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add macaroni, 400ml water and ½ teaspoon sea salt and bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes.
2
Make Creamy Sauce
Meanwhile, combine bechamel, parmesan, dijon mustard, 1/2 the mozzarella, 1/4 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
Combine panko breadcrumbs with remaining oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. 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
Chop cucumber into rounds. Toss salad leaves and cucumber with your favourite salad dressing.
6
Plate Up
Divide macaroni and cheese between bowls and serve with salad.