Creamy Stove Top Mac and Cheese
This creamy stove top mac and cheese is a delicious, comforting dish perfect for two. Made with tender elbow macaroni and a smooth, rich sauce of white cheeses and cream - serve with steamed green beans or a simple green salad on the side.
Ingredients 9
120 g elbow macaroni, dried
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
250 ml whole milk
1⁄3 cup mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1⁄4 tsp salt
1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp chopped parsley, fresh, for garnish
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Method 8
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dried and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain the and set aside.
In the same pot over medium heat, melt the . Whisk in the and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux/paste.
Slowly pour in the , whisking constantly to prevent lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the and . Continue stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the and . Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Add the drained back into the pot and stir until well coated with the sauce. Taste again, adding more or if needed.
Serve and garnish with chopped fresh .
Helpful tips
For extra creaminess, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded cheese.
Be careful not to overcook the sauce—remove from heat as soon as the cheese is fully melted to prevent graininess.
The recipe is easiest when all ingredients are prepped ahead before starting the sauce.
