Classic Stovetop Mac and Cheese

This recipe is a classic macaroni and cheese dish that is simple to make and absolutely delicious. Every bite is comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

• 8 oz elbow macaroni (GI: 47, Carbs: 39g)
• 4 tbsp butter, unsalted (GI: 0, Carbs: 0g)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (GI: 85, Carbs: 23g)
• 2 cups whole milk (GI: 41, Carbs: 24g)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (GI: 0, Carbs: 6g)
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (GI: 0, Carbs: 3g)
• Salt and pepper to taste (GI: 0, Carbs: 0g)

Cooking Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Whisk in the flour and continue to whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
5. Add the cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese to the saucepan and stir until melted and well combined.
6. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Flavor Profile

This stovetop mac and cheese recipe has a creamy, cheesy flavor with a hint of salt and pepper for seasoning. It's a classic comfort food dish that everyone will love.

Serving Size

This recipe makes around 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts

Serving Size	1 serving
Calories	570 kcal
Total Fat	30g
- Saturated Fat	18g
Cholesterol	85mg
Sodium	590mg
Total Carbohydrates	52g
- Dietary Fiber	2g
- Total Sugars	9g
- Added Sugars	0g
Protein	21g

Disclaimer: Nutritional facts are AI generated and not guaranteed to be accurate.

Type-1 Diabetic Friendly Explanation

This stovetop mac and cheese recipe is Type 1 Diabetic friendly because it contains macaroni with a GI of 47 and cheddar and parmesan cheese, which have a GI of 0. The carbohydrates are around 39g per serving, so portion control is key. This classic comfort food dish is perfect for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself to something delicious.