Easy Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Easy Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 12 ounces small pasta noodles like elbows or shells; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 1/2 cups whole milk (see note); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese; salt and pepper to taste

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Author : Tiffany

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Step 1

Add pasta to a pot of boiling salted water, boil til tender, then drain and rinse with cold water. Toss pasta with 2 teaspoons oil and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in flour. Very gradually whisk in 2 cups milk until smooth and creamy. Stir in garlic powder.

Step 3

Stir in cheese until completely melted and fully incorporated. Add a little milk if needed (up to 1/2 cup) to thin the sauce if it is too thick for your liking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Stir in cooked pasta and serve. Garnish with cracked black pepper and chopped parsley if desired.