30-Minute Stove-Top Macaroni & Cheese

An easy way to do macaroni and cheese when there is little time until dinner. No baking required.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 16  ounces elbow macaroni
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  dash black pepper
• 2  cups milk
• 2  cups  shredded cheddar cheese or 8  ounces cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
2. In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour, and cook for 3-5 minutes to form a roux; add salt and pepper; slowly add milk, stirring well after each addition.
3. Cook and stir until bubbly.
4. Stir in cheese a small amount at a time until fully melted.
5. Drain macaroni; add to cheese sauce; stir to coat.