Creamy Three Cheese Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
Super creamy, warm and full of flavor this easy three-cheese macaroni and cheese will be on the table in a flash.
Servings 6 people
Calories 365kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup 2% or whole milk
- 1/2 cup half and half or you can use more whole or 2% milk in its place
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Colby cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes, 1/4 of a block
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- Add in the pasta and cook until al dente--check your box for the right time, usually about 10-12 minutes. Don't overcook it. Set aside and start the sauce.
- In a separate medium saucepan or skillet, melt the butter and add the flour. Cook on medium heat one minute until the flour browns just slightly.
- Add the milk and half and half (if using), and a dash of salt and pepper.
- Cook until thickened and starting to bubble; about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the mustard and stir to combine followed by the cheddar and Colby cheeses.
- Stir until the cheese melts.
- Add the pasta, and toss.
- Add in the cream cheese and stir until the cubes melt and the sauce is completely smooth.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 276mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 643IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 284mg | Iron: 1mg