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easy stovetop mac and cheese

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

I usually skip the breadcrumbs and broiling, and just serve it straight from the mixing pot!!

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For easy stovetop mac and cheese

  • 8 oz
    large elbow macaroni
  • 2 c
    half-and-half
  • 3 Tbsp
    all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 dash
    ground red pepper
  • 3 oz
    processed cheese, shredded (such as velveeta), about 3/4 cup
  • 2 1/2 oz
    extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, about 2/3 cup
  • 1/2 c
    gruyere cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 tsp
    kosher salt
  • cooking spray
  • 1/4 c
    fresh breadcrumbs

How To Make easy stovetop mac and cheese

  • 1
    Preheat broiler to high.
  • 2
    Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain.
  • 3
    While the pasta cooks, combine milk, flour, and peppers in a large saucepan, stirring with a whisk. Brink to a boil; cook for 4 minutes or until thick. Remove from the heat.
  • 4
    Add the cheeses and salt to the milk mixture. Stir until smooth. Add the pasta, and stir to coat.
  • 5
    Spoon the mixture into a glass or ceramic baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top; broil for 2 minutes or until browned.
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