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It couldn't be easier to make stovetop macaroni and cheese from home.

Stovetop Macaroni & Cheese

It’s time for some easy, breezy, mac and cheesy! This would be a perfect mac and cheese recipe to try with our Grilled Mac & Cheese Sandwich!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1 7-ounce package elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 8-ounce package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 Cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • In large saucepan, cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened.
  • Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Drain macaroni; add cheese sauce and stir to coat. If desired, sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
  • It’s time for some easy, breezy, mac and cheesy! This would be a perfect mac and cheese recipe to try with our Grilled Mac & Cheese Sandwich!
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