Easy Cheesy Noodles
Elevate weeknight dinners with this irresistible Easy Cheesy Noodles recipe, a comforting classic that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Perfectly cooked spaghetti is coated in a velvety, homemade cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and Parmesan, delivering rich, creamy goodness in every bite. A hint of garlic powder adds subtle savory depth, while fresh parsley offers a pop of color and optional freshness. With simple pantry ingredients and an easy two-step sauce technique, this dish is a quick, family-friendly favorite you’ll return to again and again. Serve it as a standalone meal or a delicious side dish—either way, it’s bound to be love at first twirl!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti or any long pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour to form a smooth paste. Cook this mixture for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Keep stirring until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese in small batches. Stir constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the cheese sauce. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen it to your desired consistency.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if using, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Easy Cheesy Noodles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 878 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 51.5 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1087 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
