Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and cheesy macaroni and cheese recipe. Perfectly cooked elbow macaroni is enveloped in a rich and velvety cheddar cheese sauce for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour until smooth and cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- Serve hot and enjoy the creamy goodness of homemade macaroni and cheese.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and texture.
- Add a dash of hot sauce or mustard powder for a flavor boost.
- For a baked version, transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
