Stovetop Mac n Cheese

By McCarleyRHLAC

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried medium shell pasta
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups (8 oz) shredded regular or sharp cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook macaroni in a large saucepan according to package directions.


2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir in flour and onion powder. Add milk. Bring to a boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring continuously. Remove from heat. Stir in salt and pepper. Add cheese. Stir until cheese has melted.


3. Drain macaroni; return to saucepan. Add cheese mixture; stir gently to combine.


4. Cook over medium-low heat 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes before serving.