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Skillet Mac & Cheese

This super creamy mac 'n' cheese is so simple it seems almost too easy! Kids really go for the rich cheese flavor, but I've never met an adult who didn't love it too. —Ann Bowers, Rockport, Texas
Skillet Mac & Cheese
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  • Total Time
    Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
  • Makes
    4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (about 8 ounces), such as elbow macaroni, cavatappi or shells
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
  • Optional toppings: fresh arugula, halved cherry tomatoes and coarsely ground pepper

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted.
  • Add macaroni; cook and stir until heated through. Top as desired.
Nutrition Facts
1-1/2 cups: 600 calories, 37g fat (23g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 1185mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.

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