Description
A simple and comforting stovetop macaroni and cheese recipe that is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
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
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and stir for one minute to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta and flour.
- For a healthier version, use low-fat milk and cheese.
- Add cooked vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: stovetop macaroni and cheese, easy macaroni, comfort food