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Homemade Macaroni & Cheese is a great alternative to the boxed kind. Much better for you, it is cheesy, creamy and delicious. Classic comfort food!
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Macaroni & Cheese

Homemade Macaroni & Cheese is a great alternative to the boxed kind. Much better for you, it is cheesy, creamy and delicious. Classic comfort food!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: macaroni and cheese
Servings: 8
Author: Mindy Boyd

Ingredients

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups whole milk (low-fat does not work well in this recipe)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups Monterrey Jack cheese, shredded
  • Monterrey Jack & Colby cheese blend, finley shredded, for topping

Instructions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • In a medium saucepan melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for about a minute. Whisk in milk and cook until thick and bubbly.
  • Add salt, paprika, and pepper and stir until well combined. Whisk in Monterrey Jack cheese until melted and mixture thickens.
  • Mix with macaroni noodles and top with the desired amount of shredded Monterrey Jack & Colby cheese blend.