Best Ever Mac and Cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Step 1

   Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Spread the baguette chunks over a baking sheet, drizzle with the melted butter and season. Bake for 6 mins until crisp, then set aside.

2. 2
   Step 2

   Boil the pasta for 2 mins less than stated on the pack, then drain.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the garlic and English mustard powder, cook for 1 min, then stir in the plain flour.

4. 4
   Step 4

   Cook for 1 min more, then gradually whisk in the milk until you have a lump-free sauce.

5. 5
   Step 5

   Simmer for 5 mins, whisking all the time until thickened. Take off the heat, then stir in the cheddar and half the parmesan.

6. 6
   Step 6

   Stir the pasta and some seasoning into the cheesy sauce. Tip into a large ovenproof dish, or four individual dishes.

7. 7
   Step 7

   Scatter over the bread and the remaining parmesan, then bake for 20 mins until crisp and golden.