Easy Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe (Ready in 20 Minutes)
Servings: 3
Total Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
This Creamy Mac and Cheese in 20 Minutes is rich, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make. It's the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or a quick family meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is creamy, delicious, and loved by both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk for creamy macaroni cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper according to taste
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Instructions
- Cooking the Pasta: Start by boiling water in a pot and add salt to it (1 tablespoon). Add the macaroni and cook for a little less time than the package instructions, usually 7–8 minutes.
- Drain the pasta, and keep it aside. Pass cool water over it, to avoid overcooking. (It should be slightly firm)
- For Cheese Sauce: In a large deep pan, add butter, and let it melt on medium heat.
- Then sprinkle the flour, whisking continuously. Continue this for 1 or 2 minutes until the flour turns slightly brown.
- Add the milk slowly and whisk it to prevent lumps. Cook for 3 - 5 minutes, till the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper (1/4 teaspoon each or to your taste).
- Then, adding garlic powder, nutmeg powder, or mustard powder is optional. And then nicely mix it. On low heat, slowly add the shredded cheese. Stir continuously till it melts and mixes well with the sauce.
- Final step: Add the cooked and drained pasta to the cheese sauce. Stir well until every piece gets well coated. Then remove the pan from the heat, cover with the lid, and let it rest for 2 - 3 minutes.
- Then, finally, stir in nicely once; serve this tasty, creamy macaroni and cheese soon for the delicious flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest and creamiest sauce.
- Cook the pasta until just al dente so it doesn't become mushy.
- Stir the cheese in over low heat to keep the sauce smooth.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating to make it creamy again.
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