Description
This creamy white cheddar mac and cheese recipe is a stovetop comfort food classic. Made with sharp white cheddar, heavy cream, and elbow macaroni, it’s rich, quick, and perfect for a family-friendly dinner or indulgent side. Discover how to make this ultra-creamy mac and cheese in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream. Continue whisking until mixture thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in shredded white cheddar until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
- Add the drained macaroni to the sauce and stir to coat evenly.
- Serve warm straight from the pot for maximum creaminess.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy White Cheddar Mac, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food