Description
Easy Stovetop Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that brings creamy, cheesy goodness to your table in under 30 minutes. This quick dish features tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a rich homemade cheese sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With its nostalgic flavors and simple preparation, you can easily customize it with your favorite add-ins, from vegetables to proteins. Get ready to savor every bite of this classic favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (mix of sharp and mild)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook elbow macaroni until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve a bit of pasta water.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously until thickened.
- Slowly add grated cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Fold cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Add salt and pepper to taste; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg