Instructions

1. Fill a large saucepan halfway with water, add salt and oil and place over a medium to high heat and bring to a boil.
2. Add the macaroni to the hot water and cook according to the instructions on the package.
3. Drain the water from the pasta and set aside.
4. Preheat the oven to 175C/350F. Grease a baking dish for the pie
5. Place a saucepan over a medium to high heat and after 1 min adds the butter.
6. Stir the butter until melted and then add the flour continuously mixing to integrate with the flour.
7. Cook the flour and butter for 1 min. (aka roux)
8. Add the milk to the pan and thoroughly mix to avoid any lumps. Using a regular hand whisk may be helpful.
9. Add the black pepper, tomato ketchup and onions and mix thoroughly.
10. As the sauce begins to thicken, add the cheese and stir until it has completely melted to form a nice thick sauce which still has a pouring consistency.
11. Add the sauce to the macaroni followed by the egg and mix thoroughly to combine.
12. Pour the mac and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and top it with half cup grated cheese.
13. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 mins or until golden.

• Servings : 6
• Ready in : 75 Minutes
• Recipe Type : Main Courses