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Stove Top Macaroni & Cheese

Creamy, cheesy, and ultra comforting, stovetop macaroni and cheese comes together quickly with a blend of cheddar and Velveeta for the perfect smooth, melty sauce. Each bite is rich and velvety, coating the pasta without feeling heavy. It’s an easy, no-bake favorite that’s perfect for busy nights or when you need a quick comfort fix.

Ingredients
 

  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 6 oz. Cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz. pasteurized cheese product or yellow American cheese
  • 1/2 lb. rotini macaroni

Instructions
 

  • Heat medium saucepot of salted water to boiling on high.
  • In large saucepot, melt butter on medium heat. Sprinkle flour over melted butter. Cook 1 minute or until well combined, stirring constantly with wooden spoon. Reduce heat to medium-low. While whisking, slowly drizzle milk into pot. Add garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat sauce to simmering on medium, whisking and scraping pot. Simmer 1 minute or until thickened, whisking constantly.
  • By handfuls, add cheeses to sauce, stirring until melted before adding more. Remove from heat; discard garlic.
  • Cook pasta as label directs. Drain well, then stir into pot with cheese sauce and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve immediately.