Velvet Mac and Cheese
Velvet Mac and Cheese has a velvety texture and plenty of cheese flavor. This stove-top homemade mac and cheese can be made in under 20 minutes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked elbow pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces and softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain.
- Melt butter in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add dry mustard, garlic powder, onion powder and cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese and Mexican cheese until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Stir in elbow pasta and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 679kcal