Description
A creamy and cheesy macaroni dish inspired by Chick-fil-A’s famous recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted.
- Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the cheese sauce.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more cheese.
- Use a combination of cheeses for different flavors.
- Can be baked for a crispy top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese, macaroni and cheese, comfort food