🧀 Melissa’s Family-Favorite Macaroni & Cheese

“Boy, oh boy, does my son love to make this!”

Ingredients:

2 tbsp butter (or your favorite fat) 2 tbsp flour 2 cups milk 2–3 cups shredded cheese (we love Colby Jack, but cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, or parmesan all work!) ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder ¼ tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 lb pasta (elbow, shells, spirals, or even spaghetti) Optional: extra cheese or crushed crackers for topping

Instructions:

Make the Roux: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter and whisk in the flour. Stir for about 1 minute to remove the raw taste. Create the Sauce: Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and slightly thickened. Add your cheese and stir until creamy. Season It Up: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the Pasta: Boil noodles of your choice for about 8 minutes, then drain. Mix Together: Combine noodles and cheese sauce. You can serve it creamy right away… Or Bake It: Pour into a baking dish, top with a little extra cheese (and crackers if you like), and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Enjoy:

Creamy, cozy, and made with love — this is comfort food the SimplyUs way. 💛