Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 250 grams elbow or shell pasta
  • 1 can evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 25 grams flour
  • 3/4 tbsp dijon mustard, reduce or omit if you want.
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 250 grams extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 liter water

Method

  • Bring water to the boil.
  • Add the salt and pasta.
  • Cook for 12-15 minutes.
  • Drain immediately to stop the pasta sticking.
  • Transfer pasta to a lightly oil sprayed tray, again to prevent the pasta from sticking.
  • Next microwave the milk and chicken broth until hot and steamy but don't boil.
  • Melt the butter in the pot used to cook the pasta, whisk in the flour, then hot milk mixture.
  • Continue to whisk until thick and bubbly, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Whisk in the mustard, parmesan and pepper.
  • Turn off heat, stir in cheddar until melted.
  • Add in the drained pasta and stir until everything is well combined over a low heat.
  • Add a splash of milk if the sauce is too thick.
  • Stir over the low heat.
  • Check seasoning and serve pipping hot.