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Homemade Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese

October 18, 2016 by Amber 15 Comments

Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese is a super quick, super easy and super creamy pasta dish made with elbow macaroni, butter, flour, milk, sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese with a bit of garlic and mustard powder.

Macaroni and cheese has been one of my favorite (if not my #1) foods since childhood. Any type! I even love the boxed stuff with questionable cheese powder. It is all just so darn delicious and a dish that instantly brings comfort. My own kids happen to also love macaroni and cheese so this dish is a big deal in my home and we make it all sorts of ways just to switch it up a bit. 

You may also enjoy this recipe for Shells and Cheese that is literally the easiest pasta dish you could possibly cook!

Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese

Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese is super thick and creamy with a hint of garlic and mustard coming through. This version also uses two types of cheese. Parmesan and sharp cheddar. Parmesan adds a little nutty bite while the sharp cheddar melts well and provides that great creaminess. 

Can You Use Different Cheeses?

Yes! You can and I invite you to try all different types of cheese combinations to find your perfect pair. Mild cheddar, Gouda, Gruyere, Monterey Jack…. the possibilities go on and on. Just make sure to pick a cheese that can melt well. Also note that more aged cheeses may have a grittier taste and taste less creamy than say a mild cheddar. Cream cheese and cottage cheese are also good ingredients to try!

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Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese


  • Author: Amber
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
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Stove-Top Macaroni N Cheese is a super quick, super easy and super creamy pasta dish made with elbow macaroni, butter, flour, milk, sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese with a bit of garlic and mustard powder.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, (shredded)
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, (shredded)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, (plus more for pasta water)
  • ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions.
  2. Heat another pan on the stove top on a medium heat. When you toss the macaroni into the boiling pot of water, toss the butter into this second pan for the cheese sauce.
  3. Melt the butter, add flour and whisk well to form a thick paste.
  4. Add 1 cup of milk right away. Whisk again and then add second cup milk along with the garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and mustard. Whisk until you have a nice creamy consistency.
  5. Toss in cheese and remove from heat. Whisk until cheese is melted.
  6. Once the pasta has been cooked and drained, add it to the cheese sauce and stir well.
  7. Serve with some ground pepper on top.
  • Category: dinner

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Comments

  1. certprofs.com

    July 4, 2017 at 3:18 PM

    Whatever the reason, whatever the occasion, a bowl of this mac and cheese will always spell comfort.

    Reply
  2. Stacey

    October 28, 2016 at 3:30 PM

    Oh I love this, it looks so creamy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Aaron and Amber

      October 28, 2016 at 3:31 PM

      Super creamy!

      Reply
  3. Kristie

    October 22, 2016 at 9:01 AM

    Yummy! Can’t go wrong with some hearty mac & cheese 🙂

    xo,

    Kristie
    http://www.kristiesreverie.com

    Reply
    • Aaron and Amber

      October 22, 2016 at 1:20 PM

      Macaroni n cheese is always a good idea!

      Reply
  4. Abigail

    October 20, 2016 at 4:00 AM

    This looks so good! I love mac and cheese and definitely will be trying this recipe!

    Reply
  5. Marie Goldstein

    October 20, 2016 at 2:53 AM

    YUM! Love this recipe.

    Reply
  6. kristamae12

    October 20, 2016 at 1:45 AM

    This looks delicious!!

    Reply
  7. bostongirlbakes

    October 19, 2016 at 11:07 PM

    Wow this looks so creamy and delicious!!

    Reply
  8. darlingdearestblog

    October 19, 2016 at 10:30 PM

    This sounds so easy and SO delicious! I am such a sucker for homemade macaroni, and this has alllll the ingredients I love. Even the little bit of seasonings sound scrumptious! Pinning:)!
    Emily
    http://darlingdearestblog.com

    Reply
  9. ontherytepaige

    October 19, 2016 at 8:28 PM

    Wow, my friend’s mom used to make this, OMG so good!

    Reply
  10. BusyMom

    October 19, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    Mac N’ Cheese is a staple in our home and this looks like a recipe I can tackle. I’m not the best cook, but give me a recipe to follow and I got it down.

    Reply
    • Aaron and Amber

      October 20, 2016 at 12:44 AM

      You can do it!

      Reply
  11. Abigail

    October 19, 2016 at 12:37 PM

    This looks so creamy and good!

    Reply
  12. Nicole

    October 19, 2016 at 12:16 PM

    This looks AMAZING. Mac and cheese is my all time favorite recipe and I’m always looking for ways to make it taste even better! I can’t wait to try this recipe out. I especially love how easy it looks! Thanks for sharing <3

    xo Nicole
    http://www.damatoadventures.blogspot.com

    Reply

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