Description
Tini’s Mac & Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, featuring creamy cheese enveloping tender pasta for a delightful meal that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the Sauce
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Whisk in all-purpose flour until smooth to create a roux. Gradually add whole milk while stirring continuously until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Add the Cheese
- Remove the sauce from heat and stir in sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4. Combine Pasta and Sauce
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the drained macaroni with the cheesy sauce until every piece is coated.
- 5. Bake (Optional)
- For a crispy top, transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, top with additional cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- 6. Serve It Up!
- Dish out generous portions into bowls or onto plates. Enjoy as is or sprinkle with extra black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg