Simple and Delicious Mac N Cheese
Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly cheesy, this Simple and Delicious Mac N Cheese is the ultimate homemade comfort food that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender elbow macaroni coated in a velvety cheddar cheese sauce, this recipe is delightfully easy to make with just a handful of pantry staples. A touch of garlic powder adds optional depth, while the buttery roux ensures every bite is rich and smooth. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or when you’re craving a classic, this homemade mac and cheese is a quick, family-friendly dish you’ll turn to again and again. Serve it fresh and piping hot for an indulgent meal your taste buds will thank you for!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain the macaroni and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour until smooth and cook for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually add the milk while whisking to combine. Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, until melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with black pepper and garlic powder (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Add the cooked macaroni back into the pot and stir until the pasta is fully coated with the cheese sauce.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your simple and delicious mac n cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.8 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.3 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 4151 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.8 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 103.3 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2240 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
