Description
Macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food, bringing back cherished childhood memories with each creamy bite. This recipe combines tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, whole milk, and butter. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this dish is quick to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Add crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, or different cheeses for a personal touch that makes this classic even more delightful. Indulge in the rich flavors and gooey goodness that make macaroni and cheese a timeless favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook elbow macaroni until al dente; drain.
- 2. Prepare the Roux: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour to form a paste.
- 3. Make the Cheese Sauce: Gradually whisk in milk until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Add Cheddar Cheese: Remove from heat; stir in shredded cheddar until melted.
- 5. Combine Pasta with Sauce: Mix drained macaroni into cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- 6. Serve Warm: Transfer to plates or bowls and enjoy immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg