30-Minute Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese

⏱ 30 mins 🍽 6 serving(s) 🏷 Macaroni And Cheese

This quick and satisfying macaroni and cheese is prepared entirely on the hob in 30 minutes. Elbow macaroni is coated in a smooth, homemade cheese sauce made with a roux, milk and cheddar. It's a straightforward, classic dish perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner that serves six people.

30-Minute Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese

Method

  1. Prepare the elbow macaroni by following the directions on its packaging.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Mix in the flour and cook the roux for 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then gradually pour in the milk, ensuring it is fully incorporated after each addition.
  3. Continue to cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until it begins to bubble.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the pan in small batches, stirring until each addition has completely melted into the sauce.
  5. Drain the cooked macaroni and combine it with the prepared cheese sauce, tossing thoroughly to ensure every piece is well coated.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium540100 mg

Recipe details

CategoryMacaroni And Cheese
AuthorNikhil P.