Stovetop Mac and Cheese Recipe

Mac and cheese with fork on a wooden board

Stovetop Mac and Cheese Recipe

This Stovetop Mac and Cheese Recipe is an outstanding, rich, creamy, and an ultra-cheesy dish! There’s no need to turn to the boxed macaroni and cheese version. Prepare this creamy mac and cheese in minutes.

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings Servings

Calories 657kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Cost $13.55

Equipment

Saucepan
Grater

Ingredients

1 Lb. elbow macaroni
8 Cups Water
1 tsp. olive oil
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup Carnation milk from 12 fl oz.
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz mild cheddar cheese
10 oz Velveeta cheese
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook The Pasta: Begin by cooking the macaroni with salt to taste and about 1 tsp. of olive oil. We recommend cooking the pasta just about al dente (7 minutes) over medium heat.
After the 7 minutes, add the milk and cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted. Then add the Velveeta cheese.
Continue to stir until the cheese has melted. Reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter and the yellow mustard.
Adjust the seasoning if desired. Allow the stovetop mac and cheese to simmer for about 5 minutes on low heat, or until it starts to thicken and become creamy. Serve warm and enjoy.

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Calories are estimated per serving.

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Quick mac and cheese recipe tips:

Try not to overcook the pasta, it will become mushy.

Follow the directions on the box when cooking the pasta for best results.

Salt the water and add oil to prevent the pasta from sticking to each other.

Adjust the salt level and cheese as needed.

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