CREAMY WEEKNIGHT MACARONI AND CHEESE
Just as quick as the boxed variety, this creamy macaroni and cheese skirts the traditional butter and flour roux with assistance from cream cheese. While the cream cheese adds an important lusciousness, it doesn't do the macaroni and cheese any favors when it comes to its flavor, so it's important to use the sharpest, tangiest Cheddar you can get your hands on. For perfectly coated noodles, make sure to cook the pasta in the sauce for a minute or two.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until just barely al dente; drain.
- Meanwhile, bring milk up to a simmer in a large pot. (The pot should be large enough to hold all the pasta when cooked.) Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, and whisk until it's completely blended and no lumps remain. Add Cheddar cheese and butter, whisking until everything is completely melted. Season with salt and a generous amount of pepper.
- Add cooked pasta and stir to coat. Continue to cook over medium-low heat until the sauce has thickened and is coating each piece of pasta nicely, 2 to 3 minutes; sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Season again with more salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1114, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 35 grams, Sodium 905 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 1 gram
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Mohamed Adham
[email protected]I'm a professional chef and I have to say, this recipe is a winner. It's easy to make, and the results are amazing. The macaroni and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I highly recommend it!
DALIM ISLAM
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Malik Usman Nsiar malik
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Estiak 420
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it and it's so easy to make.
MADIHA GHAFOOR
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch. I always get compliments when I make it.
MD Mohiuddin
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for macaroni and cheese. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make.
Maurice Samuel
[email protected]I'm a busy mom, so I really appreciate that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes, and my kids love it!
Philiswa Yumata
[email protected]I'm allergic to dairy, so I made this recipe with vegan cheese. It turned out great! The cheese sauce was still creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.
Ulises
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I usually add some diced ham or bacon, and I also like to use a different type of cheese, like cheddar or Gruyère.
Gideon yalley
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my macaroni and cheese turned out dry and clumpy. I think I might have overcooked the pasta.
Brooklyn Lancaster
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more cheese and spices next time.
Kathryn Thatcher
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the macaroni and cheese turned out perfectly. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. My family loved it!
siennaaa
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had! The cheese sauce is so smooth and creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Annu Annu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and cheesy, and the breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Hamidou Seyni
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The macaroni and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I highly recommend it!
Hugs Vxj
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I especially loved the crispy breadcrumb topping.
Moushumi Akter
[email protected]This macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful without being too heavy. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was smooth and rich. I will definitely be making this again!