Extra Cheesy Stovetop Monster Mac and Cheese
This mac and cheese is extra cheesy ultra delicious, and super easy to make on the stovetop. It's perfect for halloween or any time of year!
Ingredients
- 1 lb short noodle of choice
- ½ - 1 cup reserved pasta water
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup whole milk (8 oz)
- 6 oz shredded muenster cheese (1 ½ cups)
- 6 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 ½ cups)
- 4 oz shredded gruyere cheese (1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric optional, to make it extra orange!
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to instructions. When al dente, separate out 1 cup of pasta water using a mug or glass measuring cup, then drain and set aside.
- In the same pot the pasta was boiling in, add the 4 tablespoon butter and 2 tablespoon flour and whisk to combine over a medium-low heat. Whisk for 1-2 minutes. Once combined, add in the milk and whisk.
- Add the cheese to the pot, about half at a time. Whisk to combine. Add ½ cup reserved pasta water. If you want the sauce a little looser, add additional pasta water.
- Add spices to the cheese sauce. I like to add garlic salt, onion powder, and turmeric. Before adding all of the noodles in, combine a small spoonful of sauce and noodles and give it a taste. Adjust until you like.
- Add the cooked noodles into the cheese sauce and mix until combined