Description
This creamy, rich, and cheesy Mac and Cheese is the perfect comfort food, featuring tender pasta coated in a velvety cheese sauce. Whether served as a main dish or a side, it’s guaranteed to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked macaroni to the sauce and mix until well coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish. Optional: Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Add extra cheese on top before baking for a cheesier texture.
- Substitute other types of cheese like Gruyère or mozzarella for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Classic Mac and Cheese, Traditional Macaroni and Cheese, Homemade Mac and Cheese, Old Fashioned Mac and Cheese, Creamy Mac and Cheese