This recipe is perfect as a quick meal all on its own, but it is also a fantastic side dish. Regardless of what you choose, I know you will love it. Or, if you just want a very basic mac and cheese you can stick to using cheddar.įor this recipe I’ve used the traditional sharp cheddar cheese and a bit of monterey jack for added creaminess. If you want it super rich, you can use cheeses like gouda, havarti, and asiago. If you want it spicy you can add some chilli powder or use jalapeño cheese. Not only that, you can make it as creamy and cheesy as you want. It really takes no longer to make it from scratch than it does from a boxed kit.
Do you want to know the best part about homemade Mac and cheese?
For this recipe I’ve added a few extra things to really make the flavours shine, but it is still super simple and, in my opinion, absolutely delicious. If all you had in the fridge were these three ingredients it would be entirely possible to make yourself some homemade Mac and cheese, and it would be good. Mac and cheese is pasta, milk and cheese. It is also incredibly easy to make yourself without using any boxed or powdered cheese mixes. It is creamy and cheesy and just so delicious. Macaroni and cheese is an all time comfort food. Using real cheese and basic pantry ingredients, you will never use a boxed macaroni and cheese again. This classic stovetop mac and cheese is easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes.