Description

Why make mac and cheese from a box when it's so easy and quick to make homemade? It tastes so much better and you know exactly what goes into it.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. macaroni, dry
• 1 1/2 c. whole milk, divided
• 2 T. all-purpose flour
• 2-3 c. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 t. onion powder
• 1/4 t. dry mustard powder
• kosher salt, to taste
• white (or black) pepper, to taste
• optional cooked stir-ins: ham, peas, mushrooms, sausages, bacon, broccoli

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil over high heat; add macaroni; cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 6-8 minutes. Drain; set aside.
2. Whisk ½ c. milk with flour until completely dissolved; set aside.
3. Heat remaining milk in a large saucepan over medium heat; don't let milk boil. Just as milk begins to steam, whisk in the milk/flour mixture; whisk or stir until liquid thickens to the consistency of heavy cream, about 3-4 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add cheese to saucepan, a handful at a time, stirring until combined with milk.