Description
A simple and creamy classic mac and cheese recipe that’s perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook until the sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Combine cheese sauce with cooked macaroni.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for a smoother sauce.
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes if you prefer a crispy top.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, comfort food, creamy pasta, easy dinner