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    4 Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Published: Dec 8, 2022 Last updated: Dec 8, 2022 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This creamy and delicious mac and cheese recipe is made on the stovetop and packed with flavor from 4 different types of cheese. It makes a delicious main dish or side dish recipe.
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    This 4 Cheese Mac and Cheese recipe is the creamiest, easiest to make stove top mac and cheese. Macaroni is bathed in a creamy cheese sauce that is made with four different kinds of cheese and packed with flavor!

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    4 Cheese Mac and Cheese is a creamy, delicious, cheesy recipe made on the stove top. It makes a delicious main dish or side dish recipe for any meal and is perfect for any holiday table.

    ❤️ Why you'll love it

    No baking required: this creamy mac and cheese is made on the stovetop, so no need to turn on the oven!

    Simple recipe: it is as easy as mixing the cooked pasta and cheesy sauce together, and dinner is on the table.

    Cheesy goodness: it makes a perfect side dish for any holiday table.

    Ingredients for stovetop macaroni and cheese.
    Elbow macaroni and a 4 cheese white sauce is all it takes for the creamiest cheesiest mac and cheese recipe!
    Butter bubbling in a hot pot.
    Cooking the butter until bubbly and just starting to brown will add intense flavor to this mac and cheese dish.
    Flour whisked into the butter in a large pot.
    Whisk the flour into the butter mixture and cook for 1 minute.
    Cream cheese in flour butter mixture.
    Be sure to use softened cream cheese as it will melt easier.

    🥘 Ingredients

    Elbow macaroni:

    Butter: melted over heat to aid in making the roux that thickens the sauce.

    All purpose flour: used to thicken the cheese sauce

    Milk: you can use whatever type of milk you use in your home.

    Sharp cheddar cheese: adds some intense flavor to the mac and cheese, something that all cheese lovers will appreciate!

    Part skim mozzarella cheese: I like to use mozzarella because it is creamy and gooey!

    Parmesan cheese: use a shredded parmesan cheese, you can find this in the grocery store with all the other shredded cheese.

    Cream cheese: added to provide a creamy texture to the sauce.

    Salt and black pepper: used to add flavor, feel free white pepper in place of black pepper if desired. The only difference is the white pepper offers no color to the white sauce.

    White sauce in pot on the stove top.
    Overhead shot of creamy 4 cheese mac and cheese in the pot.
    The white sauce is made with a flour butter roux then whisks in milk and cheese for the creamiest, cheesiest sauce ever!

    🔪 Instructions

    1. In a large pot, cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    2. Using the same pan, melt the butter over medium high heat until bubbly. Whisk flour, salt, and pepper into the melted butter. Cook for 1 minute.
    3. Add the softened cream cheese to the butter mixture and whisk until melted.
    4. Gradually add the milk to the flour/cheese mixture, whisking constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until white sauce has thickened.
    5. Stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese until cheeses have melted.
    6. Add the elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat well. Let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
    7. Serve garnished with fresh minced parsley (if using).

    🥄 Equipment

    Large pot

    Hand whisk

    Strainer

    Up close overhead image of stovetop macaroni and cheese in a blue patterned bowl.

    🥫Storage

    Refrigerate: store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days.

    Freeze: leftovers can be stored in an airtight, freezer-safe container up to 3 months.

    Reheat: warm thawed mac and cheese in the microwave until heated through.

    📖 Variations

    • Substitute any of your favorite cheeses for the the cheddar, mozzarella and/or parmesan cheese.

    💭 Tips

    • Cream cheese is the magic ingredient that adds the creaminess to this mac and cheese recipe. If you must substitute, I highly recommend using velveeta in its place and add it in cubes along with the other cheeses.

    📚 Related Recipes

    Mac and cheese fans will love this old fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese.

    This Classic Two Cheese Macaroni is a lighter version of a family favorite.

    Artichoke Bruschetta is a cheesy and delicious appetizer toast.

    This Big Mac Salad is a great way to enjoy the popular sandwich without the bread.


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    🍽 Serve with...

    Serve as a side dish to your favorite main dishes or make it a main dish and use it as a base for pulled pork mac and cheese.


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    4 Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Shelby Law Ruttan
    This creamy and delicious mac and cheese recipe is made on the stovetop and packed with flavor from 4 different types of cheese. It makes a delicious main dish or side dish recipe.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 532 kcal

    Equipment

    • Large pot
    • Hand whisk
    • Colendar

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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups dried elbow macaroni , cooked according to package instructions
    • 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese , shredded
    • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ⅓ cup shredded parmesan cheese
    • 4 ounces cream cheese
    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 cups milk

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot, cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    • Using the same pan, melt the butter over medium high heat until bubbly. Whisk flour, salt, and pepper into the melted butter. Cook for 1 minute.
    • Add the softened cream cheese to the butter mixture and whisk until melted.
    • Gradually add the milk to the flour/cheese mixture, whisking constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until white sauce has thickened.
    • Stir in the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese until cheeses have melted.
    • Add the elbow macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat well. Let sit, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
    • Stir before serving. Serve garnished with fresh minced parsley (if using).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 532kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 694mgPotassium: 297mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 984IUCalcium: 468mgIron: 1mgNet Carbohydrates: 42g
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    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

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