Easy Skillet Mac and Cheese

Comfort food at its finest, this skillet mac and cheese is so easy! It is the ultimate comfort food that you need to make right now.

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 801kcal

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, and cook 1 lb dry pasta til al dente – drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, melt 6 tablespoons butter in a cast iron skillet over medium high heat – don’t let it brown.
Add 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour to the butter, and whisk together over the heat.
When the mixture bubbles for 30 seconds, whisk in 4 cups milk, and cook, stirring regularly until it thickens (about 3-5 mins)
Add 1.5 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon cracked pepper and test for seasoning.
Keep aside a half cup each of the cheeses, and stir in the rest - whisking until smooth.
When the pasta is almost done but still firm, drain it.
Remove the skillet from the heat, and add the pasta folding it to combine it thoroughly.
Top with remaining cheese, and place under a broiler until browned and bubbling.
Remove from oven, and let cool slightly.
Devour.