Call it an accident. Call it a mistake. But when it comes to the “Build-your-own Mac n Cheese” at Rooster’s Kitchen, one thing’s for sure. It’s a hit!!

In our kitchen today, Ross Katz, Owner, Rooster’s Kitchen, says they didn’t originally set out to be known for our Mac, but everyone loved it and it became a crowd favorite!

And here are just a few reasons why: 
                – The Build Your Own Mac n Cheese is one of their biggest sellers.
                – Rooster’s makes a mini version as a side with any of their sandwiches or entrees 
                – The sauce is very versatile. You can use it as a dip, in casseroles, or mac n cheese
                – You can change up the cheeses and make it into a whole new sauce. 

Rooster’s Béchamel Cheese Sauce (Mac n Cheese Sauce)
Whole Milk – 6 Cup
Butter – 3 Tbl
Flour – 2 Tbl
Cream Cheese – ¼ cup
Shredded Cheddar – 2 lbs.
Sour Cream – ¼ cup
Kosher Salt – 1 tsp 
Onion Powder – 1/4 tsp
Nutmeg – 1/16 tsp
Cayenne – 1/16 tsp

–    Measure out all ingredients ahead of time. Once you have started the process, you will need to have all of your attention towards the sauce. 
–    In a large pot. Heat all of the milk over low heat. Be careful not to boil the milk and stir regularly, as it might scorch on the bottom of the pan. 
–    Add all of the nutmeg, cayenne, onion powder and salt to the warm milk. 
–    In a sauce pan, melt your butter over a medium flame. 
–    Once your butter is melted, sprinkle in your flour and stir until the butter has been absorbed by the flour. 
–    Turn off the heat on your butter, and add the mixture to your warm milk in 3 additions. Whisk to ensure the roux is fully incorporated.
–    While continually stirring, increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil for approximately 20 seconds. 
–    Turn down your heat to low, and add your sour cream and cream cheese. Whisk until both are melted and incorporated. 
–    Turn off your heat and add the shredded cheddar in 3 additions. Stir until all the cheese is melted and incorporated.

Chill and keep in the fridge for a later use, or add it to any of your favorite dishes. 

To learn more, visit www.roostersindy.com.