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Grandpa's Macaroni and Cheese

INGREDIENTS:

Rigatoni Noodles
1 can of Cream of Celery Soup
Small block of Velveeta (chopped)
Small block of White Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
Small Yellow Onion (chopped)
3-5 Celery Stock (chopped)
Stick of Butter
Salt
Pepper
Ground Mustard
Milk

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cook noodles in boiling water to al dente.
2. In a separate pan, melt butter.
3. Sauté onions and celery.
4. Mix in celery soup, milk, and cheese.
5. Mix until cheese is melted and mixed in.
6. Add seasonings to taste.
7. Mix

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Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 104709. Reesa is a couples counselor for parents providing therapy in person in Murrieta, CA and virtual couples therapy in California. Reesa, also, hosts couples workshops and parenting workshops worldwide.

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