Description
Creamy Mac and Cheese is a comforting dish made with pasta and a rich cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use different cheese types for varied flavor.
- Top with breadcrumbs for added texture.
- Can be baked for a crispy top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Mac and Cheese, Cheese Pasta, Comfort Food