Creamy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

By á-49077

Easy, cheesy and creamy homemade mac and cheese. Your family will thank you!

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounces) pound cavatappi shells
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 40mins
Adapted from pumpkinnspice.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, cook noodles in boil water until al dente, per packaged directions. Drain and set aside.

In a medium pot, melt butter. Then whisk in flour, salt, and pepper.

Slowly add milk and heavy cream, whisking until combined.
Heat mixture until it bubbles over medium heat.

Reduce heat to low and add in cheeses. Stir until melted.
Add pasta to cheese mixture and toss to combine.
Let macaroni and cheese sit for five minutes to thicken.