Stovetop Mac and Cheese
This creamy stovetop mac and cheese is a quick 30-minute comfort food favorite with a silky cheese sauce, perfect for busy nights or cozy holiday sides.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups macaroni uncooked (about ½ lb)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
Instructions
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Add milk and heavy cream slowly while whisking constantly. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add mustard powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Reduce heat to low.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar while stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Return cooked macaroni to the sauce. Stir gently to combine and coat evenly.
- Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream to revive the sauce.