Stovetop Mac & Cheese with Sharp Cheddar & Parmesan

Name: Stovetop Mac & Cheese with Sharp Cheddar & Parmesan
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz elbow macaroni (or shells, cavatappi, etc.); 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups whole milk (or 1 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream); 1 tsp dijon mustard; 1 clove garlic, minced or grated; 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste); 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/8 tsp cayenne (optional, but adds warmth); 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup grated parmesan

Instructions

This is my take on classic Kraft — rich, creamy, and deeply cheesy — but made with real-deal ingredients and a silky stovetop sauce that comes together in minutes.

Updated at: Tue, 17 Jun 2025 01:11:11 GMT