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simple mac and cheese

Simple Mac and Cheese

Amanda Cooks & Styles
Super easy and creamy macaroni and cheese recipe. Making a delicious mac and cheese at home from scratch has never been easier!
4.98 from 83 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb. Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 ¾ cups Milk
  • 3 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Flour
  • ½ teaspoon Mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • teaspoon Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder

Instructions
 

  • Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, add the butter and slowly melt over low heat. Add flour to the melted butter and stir until well incorporated and mixture thickens.
  • Turn burner up to medium heat and slowly add the milk, about a half cup at a time. Continue to stir the sauce until it begins to lightly simmer and thicken. Then, add seasonings and mustard.
  • Remove sauce from heat and add the cheddar and parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted.
  • Pour macaroni into cheese sauce and stir to combine. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 539mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 867IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 462mg | Iron: 1mg
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