Skillet Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 oz oz Elbow macaroni
• 2 cups cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cup Whole milk
• 2 tbsp tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 tsp tsp Garlic powder(optional)
• 1/4 tsp tsp Paprika(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large skillet of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

2. 2

   In the same skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, whisk in the flour, and cook 1 minute until bubbly.

3. 3

   Slowly whisk in the milk and simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar a handful at a time until smooth, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

5. 5

   Fold in the pasta, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, and serve immediately.