Classic Mac & Cheese

Last Updated on 2025-10-13 by Team Ideas24

Yield: 8

Classic Mac & Cheese

Classic Mac & Cheese
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound whole-wheat elbow noodles (4 cups)
  • 1 ¾ cups reduced-fat milk, divided
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ÂĽ teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste

Instructions

Step 1
Put a large pot of water on to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
Step 2
Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 cups milk in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat until steaming. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup milk and flour in a small bowl until smooth; add to the hot milk and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce simmers and thickens, 2 to 3 minutes. Add butter and whisk until melted. Remove from heat and stir in Cheddar until melted. Stir in salt and pepper. Add the drained pasta and stir to combine.

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 408Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 8.2gCholesterol 40mgSodium 362mgCarbohydrates 52.3gFiber 6.1gSugar 4gProtein 17.8g
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Category: Pasta

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