How to prepare the best Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Are you prepared to craft the ultimate Creamy Macaroni and Cheese? With a mere 20 minutes of preparation and 35 minutes of baking time, you can present this delectable dish that serves six people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1/2 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 to 2 cups 2% milk
• 1 cup sour cream
• 8 ounces cubed Velveeta
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• Cook the macaroni following the instructions on the package.

• Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups of milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until it thickens. Reduce the heat and blend in sour cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, salt, mustard, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and the cheese is melted. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk as needed.

• Drain the cooked macaroni and toss it with cheddar cheese. Transfer the mixture to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Stir in the prepared cream sauce.
• Bake, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes or until the dish turns golden brown and bubbly.