Velvety Stovetop Mac & Cheese
Velvety Stovetop Mac & Cheese
Ingredients
- 250 g dry macaroni
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
Meanwhile, in a large pot or skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, to create a roux.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Gradually add the heavy cream, milk, mustard powder, and smoked paprika to the pot. Whisk continuously until the sauce begins to thicken.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and velvety. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine thoroughly. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Optional baked version: If desired, transfer the macaroni and cheese to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle with additional cheese, breadcrumbs, or other desired toppings. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Velvety Stovetop Mac & Cheese
- 250 g dry macaroni
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
Meanwhile, in a large pot or skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, to create a roux.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Gradually add the heavy cream, milk, mustard powder, and smoked paprika to the pot. Whisk continuously until the sauce begins to thicken.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and velvety. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine thoroughly. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Optional baked version: If desired, transfer the macaroni and cheese to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle with additional cheese, breadcrumbs, or other desired toppings. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375