The Best Easy Mac and Cheese Recipe
This creamy and fast mac and cheese recipe is made with both cheddar pub cheese and shredded cheddar cheese for a deliciously rich and indulgent dinner recipe that's ready in about 20 minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 920kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb large elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces pub cheese
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot.
- Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly until a roux starts to form, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Slowly add in the half and half and cook for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the cheeses and seasonings until fully melting.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 920kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 980mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g