Skillet Mac & Cheese Recipe

Skillet Mac & Cheese Recipe
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100% would make again

“You could use salt and pepper to taste, but we don't feel it needs it. This is so simple it seems almost too easy! But you'll love it and fix it often.” -Ann Bowers of Rockport, Texas

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  • 4 Servings
  • Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add cream; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Drain macaroni; add to cheese mixture. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups equals 599 calories, 37 g fat (22 g saturated fat), 128 mg cholesterol, 1,163 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 24 g protein.

Skillet Mac & Cheese published in Simple & Delicious September/October 2008, p14

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Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2009 by g8rlady999

really good! but next time i will add a bit more cheese and a bit less half & half.

Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2009 by maggie2375

This is a really good mac and cheese recipe. Creamy and easy! I've added chicken to it and veggies.

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