Description
Rich and creamy Buttery Mac and Cheese made with real butter, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan for the ultimate comfort food. This homemade mac and cheese recipe is perfect as a side or main dish for family dinners or holidays. A must-try easy mac and cheese that’s creamy, cheesy, and satisfying.
Ingredients
2 cups elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Boil the elbow macaroni in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
3. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add the cooked macaroni and stir until well coated with the sauce.
7. Serve immediately for a creamy finish or transfer to a baking dish and broil for a few minutes for a golden top.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
Add a splash of milk when reheating leftovers to restore creaminess.
You can swap macaroni for shells or rotini for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg