Chef Melissa Clark's Ultimate Stovetop Mac & Cheese
Ingredients: 6
Indulge in a creamy and delicious classic macaroni and cheese made by Chef Melissa Clark. This stovetop version is the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
| 1 | dash Kosher salt, as needed |
|---|---|
| 8 | ounces regular or whole-wheat elbow macaroni |
| 1⁄3 | cup heavy cream |
| 1 1⁄4 | cups grated cheddar cheese (5 ounces) |
| 1 | dash Freshly grated nutmeg to taste |
| 1 | pinch Freshly ground black pepper to taste |
Instructions
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- In a large pot, bring generously salted water to a rapid boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until it reaches the perfect al dente texture, following the package instructions minus 1 minute. Drain the macaroni.
- Using the same pot over medium-high heat, pour in the heavy cream. Cook it until it thickens, bubbles, and reduces by half, approximately 2 minutes. Incorporate the grated cheddar cheese, whisking gently until fully melted. Add the cooked macaroni and blend everything together thoroughly. Season with a hint of nutmeg, freshly ground black pepper, adjust salt as necessary, and serve hot.
Jul 19, 2024