Simple White Cheddar Mac & Cheese

#vegetarian #family-friendly

Total Time: 25 min

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz elbow macaroni

• 4 Tbsp. butter

• ¼ cup flour

• 2 cups milk

• 2 cups white cheddar, shredded

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Cooking Steps

Prep

Cook pasta according to box instructions. Drain & set aside. If using a block of cheese, grate 2 cups of white cheddar. 

Make Roux

Melt 4 Tbsp. butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add ¼ cup flour, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir until smooth, about 5 minutes. 

Make Sauce

Slowly pour in 2 cups of milk, while stirring continuously.

Once all of the milk is used, continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and bubbling, about 5 minutes.

*Keep an eye on the milk to prevent burning. 

Add cheese and stir until melted. Fold in pasta. 

Serve immediately!