Description
Stovetop Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy, cheesy experience that warms your heart and satisfies your cravings. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a deliciously rich dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy movie marathons. With its nostalgic flavors and customizable options, you can enjoy it just the way you like. Dive into this creamy goodness that guarantees smiles with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: cooked bacon bits or sautéed vegetables
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and return to the pot.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring until thickened (about 3 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; add shredded cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Fold cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well-coated. Season with salt and pepper; add optional ingredients if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra cheese or herbs if preferred.
- 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: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg