Description
Indulge in this creamy, cheesy stovetop mac and cheese that delivers comfort in every bite. With velvety elbow macaroni enveloped in a rich cheddar cheese sauce, this dish brings back fond memories of cozy family dinners. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s quick to prepare and sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Each spoonful promises an explosion of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Breadcrumbs or cooked bacon bits for topping
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Whisk in flour for about one minute to form a roux.
- Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously until smooth. Stir in grated cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add drained macaroni into the cheese sauce, stirring well to coat all noodles.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately with optional toppings like breadcrumbs or bacon bits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg