Description
Cheese sauce for mac and cheese is a comforting classic that brings warmth to any meal. This creamy, velvety sauce envelops al dente pasta, creating a dish that’s both nostalgic and indulgent. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to elevate your mac and cheese game effortlessly. Whether you enjoy it as is or customize it with veggies and proteins, this delightful dish promises smiles with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a separate pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour until a paste forms.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg