Name: Creamy Mac and Cheese 🧀
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni; 2 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups milk; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; Salt & pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

This creamy mac and cheese is everything you crave—cheesy, comforting, and easy to whip up for a cozy meal.

Quick Steps ✨

Cook Pasta: Boil macaroni until al dente, then drain.

Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, stir in flour, and slowly add milk.

Add Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.

Combine: Mix cheese sauce with pasta.

Garnish & Serve: Add fresh parsley and enjoy!

Step by Step Instructions 📝

1. Cook the Macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until it starts to bubble. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Let the sauce thicken, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the Cheese: Once the sauce is thick, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine & Serve: Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni, and stir until the pasta is evenly coated. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an extra pop of flavor.

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Substitutions 🔄

Swap cheddar for a blend of gouda or mozzarella for an even richer flavor.

Use gluten-free pasta or whole-wheat pasta for a healthier twist.

Add a handful of spinach or broccoli for extra greens.

Useful Notes 📝

For a crispy top, bake the mac and cheese in the oven for 10 minutes after combining.

Stirring in some cream cheese can make it even richer and creamier.

Nutritional Insights 🍎

Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

🔥 Energy: 500 kcal

🥑 Fat: 25 g (saturates: 15 g)

🍞 Carbohydrates: 50 g (sugars: 3 g)

🌾 Fiber: 2 g

💪 Protein: 15 g

🧂 Salt: 1 g

Don't worry about calories, this is a good one!

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Leftover Advice ♻️

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk to restore the creaminess. Avoid the microwave to keep the sauce smooth!

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