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Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar

Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar Delight

Enjoy this Stovetop Mac and Cheese with White Cheddar—a rich, creamy dish ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Acts as a thickener
  • 2 cups Water Helps cook the pasta
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Preferred for best results
  • 8 ounces Elbow Pasta Uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Mustard Boosts cheese flavor
  • 2 cups Sharp White Cheddar Cheese Star ingredient
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutty flavor
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese Adds creaminess
For the Panko Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For toasting
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder For flavor
  • Pinch Paprika Optional for color

Equipment

  • Large cooking pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Melt the butter over medium heat in a large cooking pot until bubbly. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  2. Gradually whisk in the water and milk until smooth. Cook until it comes to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the uncooked pasta, garlic powder, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 6-8 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the cheeses until melted and creamy.
  5. For optional topping, toast panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and garlic powder until golden.
  6. Serve the mac and cheese topped with toasted panko and extra cheese—or paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 2 months.

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