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Homemade Mac and Cheese

Easy homemade mac and cheese recipe that's ready in about 30 minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 346 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces dry elbow macaroni or large shells
  • 1⁄4 cup butter
  • 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups milk¹
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese2 in small cubes or grated

Instructions

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  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  2. In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat; stir in flour, and cook for 3-5 minutes stirring constantly to form a roux.
  3. Add dry mustard, salt, and pepper; whisk in to combine. 
  4. Slowly whisk in milk, and whisk until well-combined.
  5. Cook, whisking regularly, until thickened. You don't want mixture to boil. 
  6. Remove from heat, and stir in cheese a little at a time until fully melted and combined.
  7. Drain macaroni.
  8. Return macaroni to pot, and pour cheese sauce over the top. Toss to combine.

Notes

  • I've used everything from skim to whole milk. The more fat in the milk, the creamier the sauce.
  • I suggest using a good-quality block of cheese rather than a shredded cheese. Some shredded cheese have anti-caking agents that can prevent melting.
  • Nutrition values are estimates. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 346kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 205mg (9%) Potassium 249mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 410IU (8%) Calcium 291mg (29%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 346

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 346kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 205mg 9%
Potassium 249mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 410IU 8%
Calcium 291mg 29%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.