Extra Cheesy Mac and Cheese Side Dish
Sharing Dish | with Mature Cheddar Cheese
- Milk
- Cereals containing gluten
- Soya
- May contain traces of allergens
Warm up this winter with our wondrous selection of cosy recipes. With two types of gooey melted cheese, this Mac and Double Cheese Side Dish is a comfortingly delicious addition to the main event.
Ingredients
90 grams
Mature Cheddar Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
180 grams
Macaroni
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)
10 grams
Vegetable Stock Paste
150 grams
Creme Fraiche
(Contains: Milk)
Not included in your delivery
20 grams
Butter
1.5 tbsp
Plain Flour
200 milliliter(s)
Water for the Sauce
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Instructions
a) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 0.5 tsp salt for the pasta.
b) Meanwhile, grate the Cheddar.
c) When boiling, add the macaroni to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
d) Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back into the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.
a) While the pasta boils, preheat your grill to high.
b) Melt the butter (see pantry for amount) in a saucepan on medium-high heat. Once hot, stir in the flour (see pantry for amount). Cook until it forms a paste, 1-2 mins - you've made a roux!
c) Stir in 200ml water, a little at a time, followed by the vegetable stock paste. TIP: Use milk instead of water for a creamier cheese sauce if you'd prefer.
d) Bring to the boil, stir and simmer until thickened, 1-2 mins. Stir in the creme fraiche, then remove from the heat.
a) Add the grated cheese and stir until melted. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
b) Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. Add a splash of water to loosen if needed, then add to a suitably sized ovenproof dish.
c) Pop under your grill until the top is golden brown, 3-5 mins.
d) Transfer to a serving dish to finish.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: The dish is comforting and enjoyable, though some found the vegetable stock flavour unusual.
- Ease of prep: Simple enough for a child to make independently, suggesting it's an accessible recipe for all skill levels.
- Suggestions: Consider using coconut cream instead of creme fraiche for a dairy-reduced version.
