Description
A comforting homemade mac and cheese recipe that is easy to prepare and perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add macaroni and cook according to package instructions.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Add cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until cheese is melted.
- Drain macaroni and combine with cheese sauce.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Try adding vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- For a creamy texture, use whole milk or add cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: homemade mac and cheese, comfort food, easy recipe