Creamy Stove-top Mac and Cheese
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 8 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 8 servings
- Calories
- 615
- Total Fat
- 40
- Saturated Fat
- 24
- Carbohydrates
- 46
- Dietary Fiber
- 2
- Sugar
- 4
- Protein
- 19
- Cholesterol
- 130
- Sodium
- 394
- Total: 25 min
- Prep: 10 min
- Cook: 15 min
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 small onion, grated with juices retained
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups heavy cream, room temperature
8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded
1 pound baby shell pasta, cooked al dente
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Directions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions, including juices, and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, white pepper, paprika, and salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Cook for a few minutes to let the flavors bloom, and then slowly stir in the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes. Add the cheeses and stir until melted, then remove from heat. Stir in the pasta and toss until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm garnished with parsley.