Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade stovetop macaroni and cheese recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleasing side dish at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp mustard powder
Optional Topping:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Cook the elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente, approximately 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux and cook for 2 minutes until golden.
- Cook the Sauce: Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce thoroughly. Serve hot, optionally topping with breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Macaroni and Cheese, Stovetop Mac and Cheese, Homemade Macaroni, Comfort Food
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