This Mac and Cheese is the ultimate family-friendly comfort food. Creamy cheese fills every shell for a dish that definitely beats store-bought. Plus, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
Easy Mac and Cheese
Any kind of pasta will work, but I like shells because they hold the cheese well.
Ingredients
- 1 pound small pasta shells
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups montery jack cheese shredded
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cool water to prevent sticking, and set aside.
- In a large pot melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and mix for a minute. Slowly add in the milk and whisk until fully combined. Continue whisking while lightly simmering. Add the paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Once the milk has thickened slightly, add in the shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted.
- Add the pasta to the cheese sauce, mix to coat, and heat thoroughly. Enjoy!
If you love this recipe you must try my One-Pot Creamy Orzo and Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad!
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