Mac and Cheese Recipe
A creamy, cheesy, and comforting mac and cheese recipe made with real cheddar, milk, and pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or whenever you crave classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Essential Base:
- 1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni 225 g
- 3 tbsp butter 43 g
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 16 g
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups milk 360 ml
- 3/4 cup half and half 180 ml
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 250 g
Optional Add-ins:
- Garlic powder paprika, mustard powder
- Parmesan mozzarella, or Gruyère cheese
- Broccoli peas, chicken, or bacon
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Melt butter in a pot, whisk in flour to make roux.
- Slowly add milk and half & half, whisk until thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Add pasta and coat well with sauce.
- Serve hot, or bake with breadcrumbs at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until golden.