Coconut Curry Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 150 g elbow macaroni
• 200 ml coconut milk
• 100 g sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water according to package directions (about 8 minutes); drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a saucepan over medium heat melt butter, whisk in flour and cook 1 minute to form a roux.

3. 3

   Gradually whisk in coconut milk, curry powder, and minced ginger; simmer 3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Stir in the grated cheddar until melted and smooth; season with salt and black pepper.

5. 5

   Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni and serve hot.