Classic Mac and Cheese
A warm and comforting mac and cheese recipe that brings back family memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour, whisking continuously to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the cheddar and mozzarella until melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni.
- If desired, transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle some extra cheese on top, and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
Notes
For added flavor, toss in some cooked bacon or sautéed onions. Experiment with different cheeses for a tasty twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg