As the evenings grow darker and colder, spending hours in the kitchen after work becomes less appealing. That’s why having a handful of quick and easy recipes ready to go is a lifesaver during the autumn months.
If you own an air fryer, preparing comforting meals just got easier. These versatile appliances heat up quickly and cook food faster, allowing you to enjoy delicious dishes like macaroni cheese in no time.
Macaroni cheese is the perfect comfort food for autumn—rich, creamy, and satisfying. Best of all, you can have it ready in just 20 minutes using your air fryer.
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According to culinary experts at Good Food, air frying macaroni cheese creates a wonderful crispy topping that perfectly complements the creamy cheese sauce underneath.
This recipe requires only a few simple ingredients—many of which are pantry staples such as breadcrumbs, flour, and mustard. The cheese sauce is quick to prepare, and once combined with pasta, you simply air fry until golden and bubbling.
Here’s how to make this delicious autumn treat:
Ingredients:
- Macaroni pasta
- Milk
- Butter
- Plain flour
- Mustard
- Cheddar cheese
- Breadcrumbs
Method:
- Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat the milk until steaming (using a microwave or saucepan).
- Melt the butter over low heat in a saucepan, then stir in the flour and cook for one minute.
- Gradually whisk in the hot milk until smooth. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in most of the cheese and mustard until melted and combined.
- Transfer the pasta to a heatproof dish that fits in your air fryer.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and mix thoroughly.
- Mix breadcrumbs with the remaining cheese and sprinkle over the top.
- Air fry at 180°C for 15-20 minutes until the topping is golden and the dish is bubbling.
This air fryer macaroni cheese is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings, ready quicker than ever without sacrificing taste or texture.