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A close-up of baked Mac and Cheese with Creamy Velvety Sauce, topped with melted cheddar and black pepper.

5 Tips for Mac and Cheese with Creamy Velvety Sauce

This recipe provides instructions for making a classic mac and cheese with a smooth, rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 0.5 pound Elbow macaroni
  • 0.25 cup Butter
  • 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk recommended
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese Shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  5. Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

For extra richness, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce.

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