This is the easiest and quickest macaroni and cheese recipe you'll ever make. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it's creamy, cheesy, and incredibly delicious.
Preparation time
10min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 50 g butter
- 250 g cheddar cheese
- 200 g elbow macaroni
- 30 g flour
- 250 ml milk
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir continuously until a smooth paste forms, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Slowly add the milk to the butter-flour mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan and stir until fully melted and smooth.
Step 5
Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce and stir until the macaroni is evenly coated.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your simple mac and cheese!