Description
White Cheddar Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a creamy, rich flavor that warms your heart. This easy-to-make dish combines al dente macaroni with a velvety white cheddar cheese sauce, creating an indulgent experience perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Whether enjoyed on its own or jazzed up with your favorite toppings, this mac and cheese recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups grated white cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously. Cook until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in grated white cheddar until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Serve warm, topped with additional cheese or breadcrumbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg