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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy and decadent macaroni and cheese cooked on the stovetop in one pot.
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups uncooked macaroni pasta
  • 4 T butter
  • 4 T all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups grated sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups grated gruyere cheese
  • 1/4 t ground mustard
  • 1/8 t smoked paprika
  • 1/8 t cayenne pepper
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with salted boiling water. Add the macaroni pasta and boil for 5 to 7 minutes or until just al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Add the flour and stir with a whisk for 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly add the milk and continue to stir with the whisk until smooth and the mixture has slightly thickened to coat the back of a spoon. Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Add the mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt & pepper to taste. Stir in the cooked pasta.
  • Serve and enjoy!