Stovetop 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
• 1 tbsp tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp tsp Garlic powder(optional)
• 1/4 tsp tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In the same pot over medium heat, melt the butter and whisk in the flour, cooking for 1 minute to form a roux.

3. 3

   Slowly whisk in the milk and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar a handful at a time until smooth and melted.

5. 5

   Fold in the cooked macaroni, season with salt, garlic powder, and pepper, and serve immediately.