Stove Top Macaroni N Cheese
Creamy, dreamy, and downright irresistible, Stove Top Macaroni N Cheese is the ultimate comfort food made with a luxurious three-cheese blend of sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy one-pot recipe features tender elbow macaroni coated in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from a buttery roux and a splash of heavy cream for extra indulgence. Enhanced with a touch of Dijon mustard for depth and finished with optional paprika for a hint of smoky sweetness, this stovetop classic is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Skip the boxed stuff and savor homemade macaroni and cheese at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese, one handful at a time, allowing each addition to fully melt before adding the next.
Mix in the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and gently stir to coat all the pasta. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For an optional garnish, sprinkle paprika on top before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy stove top macaroni and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.2 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 148.6 g | 743% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 754 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 5646 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 148.1 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 3479 mg | 268% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 786 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.
