Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Irresistibly Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe. Bursting with rich, cheesy flavor, this dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a velvety sauce made from sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s easy to make and utterly satisfying. Elevate your mac and cheese experience with optional toppings like breadcrumbs or crispy bacon for an extra touch of deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add elbow macaroni, and cook until al dente; drain.
- Prepare the roux: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add milk: Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cheeses: Reduce heat to low, add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, stirring until melted.
- Combine: Toss cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Transfer to bowls or a serving dish; add optional toppings if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg