Creamy stovetop mac and cheese with elbow pasta, milk, cheddar and butter. Ready in 20 minutes.
The 4 ingredients
- elbow macaroni
- milk
- shredded sharp cheddar
- butter
Exact quantities are in the recipe card below. Salt, pepper, water and cooking spray are not counted.
How long it takes
Allow 20 min in total: 5 min of preparation, 15 min of cooking. Makes 4 servings.
Tip for success
Shred the cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese has coatings that make the sauce grainy.
4-Ingredient Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Creamy stovetop mac and cheese with elbow pasta, milk, cheddar and butter. Ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the macaroni in salted water until just tender and drain.
- Return the pot to low heat and add the butter and milk.
- When warm, add the cheese a handful at a time, stirring until melted.
- Stir in the pasta until coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Notes
Shred the cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese has coatings that make the sauce grainy.
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