Creamy Macaroni and Cheese: The Ultimate Comfort Dish
A rich and creamy macaroni and cheese recipe that is the ultimate comfort food.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, and mustard powder until the cheese is melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the macaroni and stir well.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately as it may thicken upon sitting.
- Feel free to add breadcrumbs on top before baking for a crunchy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 65 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Macaroni and Cheese