Three-Cheese Skillet Mac

Ingredients

• 180 g Elbow macaroni (dry)
• 3 cups Water
• 1/2 tsp Salt(optional)
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Milk (any)
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a large skillet. Add the macaroni and (if using) salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the water is absorbed, about 12–14 minutes.

2. 2

   In the last 2 minutes of pasta cooking, reduce heat to low. Stir in butter, then sprinkle in flour and cook for 30–60 seconds, stirring constantly.

3. 3

   Pour in the milk and stir until smooth and slightly thickened, about 1–2 minutes. Turn off heat and add cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan; stir until fully melted and creamy.

4. 4

   Taste and adjust with black pepper (and extra salt if needed). Serve immediately.