This blog post by Toddler Recipes Australia looks at the classic kid favourite - Mac and Cheese! Learn how to make easy, cheesy and delicious Mac and Cheese that toddlers will love. Find out the best tips and tricks to guarantee your toddler will gobble up this tasty dish. With our time-saving ideas, you'll have a meal ready for your toddler in no time. ### General Information Calories: 210 Serving Size: 3 Cuisine: Italian Cooking Time: 30 minutes #### Ingredients: - 1 cup macaroni - 70g light cheese of your choice - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons all-purpose or whole wheat flour - 2 tablespoons butter - 1 cup 2% milk - Batch of your favorite spices and herbs #### Preparation 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 7 minutes or according to instructions on the packet, stirring occasionally until it reaches al dente (cooked but still with a bit of crunch). Drain, return to the pot and keep warm. 2. Whilst the macaroni is cooking, cut up the cheese into small cubes to ensure it’s not a choking hazard. 3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium-low heat. 4. Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk until combined. 5. Slowly add the milk and whisk until smooth. 6. Let the mixture bubble until thickened and then add your favourite spices and herbs. 7. Now that the sauce has thickened, reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheese cubesstirring until the cheese has melted. 8. Add the sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and stir over low heat for 2–3 minutes or until the pasta is completely coated with the sauce. 9. Serve the macaroni and cheese and enjoy! **Chef's Tip: Don't forget to season with a pinch of pepper - a classic mac and cheese wouldn't be complete without it!** *HeyI'm sure we can all agree that this mac 'n' cheese is the cheese-iest!*