Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: about 4 cups
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz elbow macaroni; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp paprika; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

American · Main course · 17 min total

Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese recipe videos

This creamy, homemade macaroni and cheese comes together in one pot on the stovetop, with no baking required. It's rich, cheesy, and ready in under 20 minutes.

5
min prep

12
min cook

4
servings

480
kcal/serving

Ingredients

8 oz elbow macaroni
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

Cook macaroni according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in milk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Continue whisking until mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Add cooked macaroni back to the pot and stir until well coated. Serve immediately.

Tips

For a sharper flavor, use extra-sharp cheddar or add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and a gluten-free flour blend.

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