Macaroni and Cheese (First Recipe)

The macaroni can be pre-cooked and the cheese grated up to 1 day ahead; store separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the dish just before baking, adding an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if ingredients are cold.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave with a splash of stock or milk, or reheat the entire dish covered with foil in a 325°F oven for 20-25 minutes until warmed through. The texture will be drier than when freshly made; add extra stock before reheating to restore creaminess.