Stovetop Mac and Cheese
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246 reviews
Excellent
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
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This stovetop mac and cheese is a one pot dish of tender macaroni in an ultra creamy cheese sauce. The best macaroni and cheese recipe!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups water
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1 pound elbow macaroni uncooked
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
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Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour, then whisk until combined, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the water and whisk until smooth and just thickened.
- Add the milk and whisk until combined.
- Stir in the macaroni, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is done.
- Turn the heat to low, then stir in the cheeses. Keep stirring until the sauce is smooth. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Skip the bags of pre-shredded cheese and grate your own. The prepared shredded cheeses often contain preservatives and anti caking agents and do not melt smoothly.
- This is a thick and cheesy mac! If you prefer a thinner sauce, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time until you've reached your desired consistency.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
478kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Cholesterol
88mg
(29%)
Sodium
434mg
(18%)
Potassium
333mg
(10%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
985IU
(20%)
Calcium
612mg
(61%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 478 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 478kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 434mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 333mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 985IU | 20% |
| Calcium | 612mg | 61% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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