Homemade Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
322 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Mac and Cheese
Description
In this Mac and Cheese recipe, three macaroni shapes combine to add varied texture and appearance, cooked in evaporated milk and water with butter and seasonings. Kosher salt and mustard powder enhance the flavor, while garlic powder can be optionally added for subtle depth. The pasta is simmered gently to tender, retaining some cooking liquid to form the base of the cheese sauce.
Once drained just enough to leave some liquid, grated American and cheddar cheeses are gradually stirred in off heat, melting smoothly into a creamy, rich sauce that clings to the noodles evenly. The mixture creates a comforting texture that is neither dry nor overly saucy. The process uses gentle heat and careful stirring to achieve smoothness without clumping.
This dish is best served hot as a side or main course, providing familiar cheesy comfort food with a mild tang from evaporated milk and mustard powder. It does not require baking and comes together quickly on the stovetop, ideal for a straightforward homemade meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni about 2 ¾ cup, noodles
- 8 ounces spiral macaroni
- 8 ounces shell macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups water
- 1 ounce can evaporated milk brand Kroger
- 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder dissolved in 1 tablespoon water, dry
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder , optional
- 4 ounces American cheese about 6 slices
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese rounded ½ cup, mild, grated
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add the noodles, butter, water, evaporated milk, and salt. In a small bowl, mash the dry mustard with a fork until smooth and add to the noodles. If using, add the garlic powder at this time. Stir the mixture, bring it to a boil, and quickly turn down the heat to a simmer before it boils over. Cook the noodles to the package directions for 5-8 minutes, or until tender. There should be ¼ to ⅓ cup liquid left in the pan when the noodles are done cooking. If not, add 1-2 tablespoons more evaporated milk to the noodle mixture. Remove from the heat.
- Add the cheese in batches to the noodles and use a wooden spoon to stir and combine until creamy. Taste for seasoning and serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 1054mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 128mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 485IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 344mg | 34% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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