Creamy Mac & Cheese
Creamy Mac & Cheese
Ingredients
For the Mac & Cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 cup mixed cheese, (cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan)
- 1 cup macaroni, boiled
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup mixed cheese, grated, for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (such as parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- 1
Place a pan over medium heat on the stove. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Once the butter is melted, add the all-purpose flour to the pan. Whisk continuously for 1 minute to create a smooth roux.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Gradually pour in the milk while constantly whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Continue whisking the mixture until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Add the salt, black pepper, oregano, and chili flakes to the sauce. Mix all the spices thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Stir in the 1 cup of mixed cheese until it melts completely and is well incorporated into the sauce, creating a smooth, creamy cheese sauce.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Add the boiled macaroni to the cheese sauce. Gently mix everything together until the macaroni is fully coated with the creamy cheese sauce.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Transfer the prepared mac & cheese into a serving dish.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Optionally, top with some more grated cheese for extra cheesiness.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, before serving.
⏱️ 1 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Creamy Mac & Cheese
For the Mac & Cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 cup mixed cheese, (cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan)
- 1 cup macaroni, boiled
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup mixed cheese, grated, for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (such as parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- 1
Place a pan over medium heat on the stove. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Once the butter is melted, add the all-purpose flour to the pan. Whisk continuously for 1 minute to create a smooth roux.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Gradually pour in the milk while constantly whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Continue whisking the mixture until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Add the salt, black pepper, oregano, and chili flakes to the sauce. Mix all the spices thoroughly until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Stir in the 1 cup of mixed cheese until it melts completely and is well incorporated into the sauce, creating a smooth, creamy cheese sauce.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Add the boiled macaroni to the cheese sauce. Gently mix everything together until the macaroni is fully coated with the creamy cheese sauce.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Transfer the prepared mac & cheese into a serving dish.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Optionally, top with some more grated cheese for extra cheesiness.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, before serving.
⏱️ 1 min