Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
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4.5
183 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
428 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
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This is a no-frills stovetop shells and cheese recipe the whole family will love. It’s easy, ready in 30 minutes, and uses real cheese!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound medium-sized pasta shells cooked according to package directions
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk (I used Silk Unsweetened Cashewmilk)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dry ground mustard (optional)
- 3 cups grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese about 12 ounces (grate your own because pre-grated cheese in bags doesn’t melt well)
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese about 4 ounces
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and set pasta.
- To a large skillet, add the butter and heat over medium heat to melt.
- Add the flour and whisk constantly until the mixture turns light brown and has bubbled for about 2 minutes. Cook long enough to cook off the raw flour taste, but not so long it gets overly browned.
- Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly, making sure to smooth out any possible clumps that formed.
- Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, optional dry mustard, and whisk to incorporate.
- Add the cheddar, parmesan, and whisk until melted and smooth.
- Add the pasta and stir to evenly coat. Depending on preference, if macaroni and cheese is on the thicker side, add a splash of water or milk to thin out to taste. I haven’t needed to do this, but it’s an option in case.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage: Recipe is best warm and fresh, but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for 4 months. Reheat very gently prior to serving leftovers so cheese doesn’t separate.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1
Calories
428kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
16g
(80%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10g
Cholesterol
76mg
(25%)
Sodium
624mg
(26%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 428 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 428kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.5
183 reviews
Excellent
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