Mac and Cheese Casserole

Mac and Cheese Casserole was always a favourite of mine, and my kids love it too. Normally, I make a plain version, but sometimes I add an extra layer to it. This is the latter.

1 packet macaroni

1/2 cup cheese, grated

2 tbsp bread crumbs

2-3 garlic pods chopped

1 onion chopped fine

1 tomato chopped fine

1/2 cup soya granules

Red chilli powder, salt to taste

Butter for frying

For white sauce:

3 tbsp cornflour

1 cup milk

salt and pepper to taste

Method:

Cook the macaroni following the instructions on the packet. Drain and keep aside.
Heat the butter, and saute onions and garlic till the onions turn transparent. Add tomatoes, and mush around.

Meanwhile, soak the soya granules in warm water for a minute, drain and add to the onion-tomato mixture. Add spices and cook for 2-3 minutes. Keep aside.

 

Make a smooth paste of cornflour and water, keep aside.

Heat milk, add the cornflour paste with constant stirring ensuring that no lumps are formed. Bring to boil, reduce the flame to low, add salt pepper to taste, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add half the quantity of grated cheese, and turn off the flame.

Grease a baking dish. Arrange the macaroni and the cooked soya in layers, and pour the sauce over it. Put the remaining cheese on top, add some breadcrumbs and a bit of butter, cover with a cling foil, and bake in oven at 200 for 5 mins.