Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni and mix well.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a crispy topping, bake with breadcrumbs.
- Use your favorite cheese blend.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
Keywords: Mac and cheese, comfort food, pasta