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Comfort Food at Its Finest: Creamy Mac n’ Cheese Recipe

Are you craving a warm, comforting dish to brighten up your day? Look no further! This creamy Mac n’ Cheese recipe is sure to hit the spot.

A Recipe Born from Craving

After a long day of work, there’s nothing quite like a steaming hot plate of Mac n’ Cheese to satisfy your cravings. And what makes this recipe truly special is the accompanying video, “Mac Daddy n’ Cheese,” which brings the cooking process to life.

Yield and Prep Time

This recipe yields 4-6 main course servings or 8-12 side dish servings, and can be prepared in just 30 minutes, with 20 minutes of active cooking time.

Gather Your Ingredients

To make this creamy Mac n’ Cheese, you’ll need:

• 3 cups uncooked large elbow macaroni noodles
• 1 1/2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/4 cup fat-free milk
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1 1/2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. flour

Let’s Get Cooking!

Start by boiling your macaroni noodles until they’re tender, then rinse them with cold water and set them aside. Next, melt butter and olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat, and add flour to create a roux. Stir continuously until the mixture is golden, nutty, and smooth, being careful not to scorch.

The Cheesy Sauce

Slowly add fat-free milk to the skillet, stirring constantly, then add 1 cup of shredded cheddar and 3/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Continue stirring until the sauce is thickened and smooth.

Assemble and Serve

Add the cooked macaroni noodles to the cheese sauce and fold to coat. Incorporate 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese into the noodle mixture, then top with remaining shredded cheese. You can stop here for a “stove top” style Mac n’ Cheese, or take it to the next level by broiling until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Get Creative with Cheese!

Feel free to experiment with different cheeses to create your own unique flavor profile. And don’t forget to check out the “Mac Daddy n’ Cheese” video for a visual guide to this recipe. Happy cooking!