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Joanna Gaines Mac And Cheese With Cream Cheese

Joanna Gaines Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese Bliss

Try Joanna Gaines Mac And Cheese With Cream Cheese for a creamy and delicious comfort food that's perfect for any family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Dried Pasta Choose your favorite shape like elbow macaroni, shells, or penne.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds a rich flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Helps thicken the cheese sauce.
  • 2 cups Milk Use whole or 2% reduced fat milk.
  • 2 cups White Cheddar Cheese The star cheese for tangy flavor.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Optional for enhanced creaminess.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and rinse the pasta.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in warm milk and simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in white cheddar and cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Combine the drained pasta with the cheese sauce and stir to coat.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cheeses and warm milk for a smoother sauce. Customize with different pasta shapes or add-ins like bacon or vegetables as desired.

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