Homemade Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipe - An Italian in my Kitchen (2024)

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Homemade Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese, there’s nothing like it. This delicious comfort food is a fast and easy double cheese creamy Macaroni Recipe and yes it’s better than baked.

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Naturally we are a big Pasta loving family and this Macaroni and Cheese Recipe is tasty, creamy and cheesy exactly what it should be. I’m sure it will become one of your favourites too!

When I was in Canada one of my favourite Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese dishes was that really orange powdered stuff in a box. I hate to admit it but I just loved the stuff, so much so, that when I would come back from visiting (years ago) I would always bring back a couple of boxes.

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And then I got smart and found the powdered mixture in the bulk store!! If I only knew back then how easy and delicious this Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese version is.

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How to make the best Macaroni and Cheese Recipe.

Cook the pasta al dente

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Start by making a white sauce. In a large pot melt the butter, add flour and whisk until smooth. Add a little salt and pepper.

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What cheese is best to use?

I wanted to give this Macaroni and Cheese a little Italian touch, so I used Fontina, and of course Cheddar Cheese, the perfect combination in my opinion, although if you can’t find Fontina then substitute with Gruyere. You can also substitute with White Cheddar, Parmesan, Smoked Gouda or a firm Mozzarella.

But most importantly shred your own cheese, never buy packaged shredded cheese, it’s terrible stuff, it’s coated so it doesn’t melt properly.

How long does it take to make Stop Top Mac and Cheese?

It doesn’t take long to make, while your pasta is cooking, remember al dente. You will be making the white sauce, once the sauce has thickened the pasta should be done, then mix it all together with the shredded cheese. And Serve.

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Sometimes the only thing we need is a little comfort, sometimes it comes from family, sometimes from friends and sometimes from food. I think this Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect dish if you are looking or needing a little comfort.

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Baked Macaroni Double Cheese

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Homemade Creamy Baked Pancetta Macaroni

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Creamy Cheesy Baked Pasta

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And even if you aren’t needing a little comfort, you will love this Macaroni and Cheese Recipe, it’s cheesy, creamy and amazing! Buon Appetito!

Homemade Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Rosemary Molloy

Homemade Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese, there’s nothing like it. This delicious comfort food is a fast and easy double cheese creamy Macaroni Recipe and yes it’s better than baked.

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American/Italian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 362 kcal

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Ingredients

1/4 cup butter (50 grams)
1/4 cup flour (32 grams)
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash black pepper
2 cups milk whole or 2 % (480 grams)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp) (125 grams)
1 cup shredded fontina or gruyere cheese (125 grams)
5-6 cups cooked macaroni (2 1/2 – 3 cups dried macaroni)

Instructions

Boil the water, add a little salt and pasta, cook just until al dent.
Meanwhile in a large saucepan on low / medium heat melt butter, then add the flour and whisk together until smooth, add salt and pepper, then slowly add the milk, stirring to combine. Cook and stir often until the mixture starts to thicken. Remove from heat.
Add shredded cheese and stir until melted, then gently fold in the cooked al dente pasta. Serve immediately topped with some shredded cheese. Enjoy.

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First published Jan 31, 2018.

Homemade Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipe - An Italian in my Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

How to make mac and cheese Gordon Ramsay? ›

Gordon Ramsay's mac and cheese is a simplified recipe. Just boil pasta in milk and then, add butter, cheese, salt, and pepper to it. Merge all the elements and Gordon Ramsay's mac and cheese will be ready in no time.

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Which cheeses are best for mac and cheese? ›

Gruyere is a classic addition because it melts much like Cheddar, but has a lovely nutty flavor. Other classics include Gouda, Muenster, Parmesan, fontina, Havarti and Monterey Jack. Brie works well too, just make sure you remove the rind before mixing it in.

Can you use sour cream instead of milk for mac and cheese? ›

Just be careful to add the sour cream slowly to get the right texture, and consider taste differences. Sour cream can be a good macaroni and cheese milk substitute, but it will obviously be more sour and perhaps not the most kid-friendly mac and cheese you can make.

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