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Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese

This is the mac and cheese that makes kids forget the blue box exists. It comes together in about 20 minutes and uses real cheese you probably already have. No roux, no fuss, no sad powdered cheese packet.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese shredded
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot over medium-low heat, melt butter and pour in milk, stirring until warm but not boiling.
  3. Add garlic powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper, then stir to combine.
  4. Add shredded cheeses one handful at a time, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Toss the cooked macaroni back into the sauce, stir to coat everything evenly, and serve immediately.