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5-ingredient stovetop mac and cheese
Difficulty
Easy 👌Preparation
Baking
Resting
Ingredients
Utensils
food processor, large pot, cooking spoon, whisk, fine grater
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Nutrition per serving
Step 1/ 2
- 150 g sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 250 ml milk
- 550 ml water
- food processor
- large pot
- cooking spoon
- whisk
Shred cheddar cheese with a food processor or box grater and set aside. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in flour and let cook until the mixture is thickened and slightly golden in color, approx. 2 min. Whisk in some of the milk. Once thickened, add remaining milk and water and bring to a simmer.
Step 2/ 2
- 250 g elbow macaroni
- salt
- pepper
- nutmeg
- fine grater
Once simmering, add pasta and a hefty pinch of salt. Let cook approx. 8 – 10 min., or until pasta is al dente. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until completely melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. Enjoy!
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