Description
Tini’s Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food — rich, creamy, and made with a trio of cheeses that melt perfectly into every bite. A quick and satisfying meal that’s ready in minutes!
Ingredients
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2 cups elbow macaroni
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2 cups whole milk (or substitute with heavy cream for extra creaminess)
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1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, for added flavor)
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1/2 tsp mustard powder (optional, for a hint of tang)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
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Cook Macaroni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Make Cheese Sauce: In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Pour in the milk (or cream) and stir gently until heated through.
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Add Cheese: Gradually whisk in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir continuously until the sauce is velvety and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder if using.
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Combine & Serve: Return the cooked macaroni to the pot and stir until every piece is thoroughly coated with the creamy cheese sauce.
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Garnish: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve hot.
Notes
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Want it extra creamy? Swap milk for heavy cream.
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Make it kid-friendly by skipping mustard and garlic powder.
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Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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To reheat, add a splash of milk and warm gently on the stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tini's Mac and Cheese, creamy mac and cheese, stovetop mac and cheese, easy macaroni and cheese, cheesy pasta recipe