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Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

This creamy stovetop macaroni and cheese is a comforting classic, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Made with a blend of cheddar cheeses, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 16 ounces elbow pasta
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1.5 cups evaporated milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese
  • 2 cups white cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 2 cups extra sharp yellow cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • pepper (to taste)

Method
 

  1. Boil pasta in salted water for 8-10 minutes. Drain.
  2. Melt butter, add flour and paprika, whisk until a paste forms.
  3. Add whole milk, evaporated milk, and cream cheese. Bring to a low boil.
  4. Add shredded cheese 1 cup at a time, whisking until melted. Season with salt and boil for 2 minutes.
  5. Add cheese sauce to pasta and serve warm.

Notes

For an extra creamy texture, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded.