Description
A rich and creamy cheesy macaroni dish made with tender pasta coated in a smooth cheddar cheese sauce, finished with fresh parsley for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender, then drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook briefly while whisking.
- Slowly add the milk while whisking continuously until smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper, then stir until fully melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and mix until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting texture.
- Warm the milk slightly before adding to avoid lumps.
- Stir continuously to keep the sauce smooth.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating to maintain creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cheesy macaroni, creamy pasta, comfort food, easy dinner, macaroni and cheese