Velvety Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

stove top macaroni and cheese made with cheddar cheese

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Velvety Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Velvety Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese is a creamy and comforting dish that combines elbow macaroni with a rich cheese sauce made from heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and a blend of seasonings. The sauce starts with a classic butter and flour roux, then incorporates milk, mustard powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for added flavor. This quick and easy recipe is perfect as a main course or a side dish, guaranteed to satisfy your comfort food cravings.

Course Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword mac and cheese, macaroni

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 807kcal

Author Laura

Equipment

Ingredients

1 lb macaroni uncooked
¼ cup butter
¼ cup flour
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups milk
½ tsp mustard powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ cup pepper
3 cups cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large pot or skillet, cook butter with the flour over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Add cream, milk, mustard powder, smoked paprika, salt & pepper. Whisk together until the sauce begins to thicken.
Remove the pot from heat and mix the shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted.
Add cooked and drained macaroni to sauce. Stir to combine and serve immediately.

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