Description
Mac and Cheese is a classic comfort food that combines creamy cheese sauce with cooked macaroni for a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk until well combined. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens and comes to a simmer.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season the cheese sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- Serve the mac and cheese immediately while it’s still hot and gooey.
Notes
- For a different flavor, consider adding cooked bacon, vegetables, or spices.
- Use different types of cheese for a unique twist on traditional mac and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg