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Two bowls of mac n cheese.
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Stovetop Mac N Cheese

Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

The Mac N Cheese

  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 3 tbsp Flour
  • 1 tbsp Dried Minced Onion
  • As desired Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Lawry Salt
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard Powder
  • 1 tbsp Dried Parsley
  • 2 cups Milk split into 1 1/2 and 1/2 cup, we use 2%!
  • 2 cups Cheddar shredded
  • 4 oz Smoked Gouda cut into chunks
  • 8 oz Elbow Pasta

The Recommended Toppings

  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 3 Green Onions sliced

Instructions

  • If Making Toasted Breadcrumbs: Preheat the oven to 375 F / 190 C.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow pasta according to package instructions.
  • Add the butter and dried minced onion to a pan on medium heat.
  • Combine the breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake at 375 F for 8 minutes.
  • Once the butter is melted, add the flour and stir quickly to form a roux.
  • Slowly (¼ cup at a time) add 1 ½ cups of the milk to your roux, stirring until completely incorporated after each addition.
  • Add all of the seasonings and cheese to your sauce and reduce the heat to low.
  • When all of the components are ready, drain the elbow pasta and add it to your cheese sauce with the remaining ½ cup of milk. Stir until well-incorporated.
  • Top with breadcrumbs and any other desired toppings.
  • Enjoy!