Description
Indulge in the Ultimate White Cheddar Mac and Cheese That’s Silky Smooth, a comforting dish that elevates any meal with its rich, creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this mac and cheese is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a delicious yet quick dinner option. The combination of aged white cheddar and cream cheese creates a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, delighting both kids and adults. Customize with your favorite ingredients to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups short pasta (like elbow macaroni)
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Boil water in a pot, add salt, and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add cream cheese and stir until smooth. Gradually whisk in whole milk.
- Add cheese: Mix in shredded white cheddar until melted and creamy.
- Combine: Stir cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately, garnished with herbs or extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg