How to Make Cheese Pasta: 7 Simple Steps for a Creamy Delight
This easy cheese pasta recipe is a creamy and comforting dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It's made with simple ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Pasta (penne, elbow, or rotini) Any short pasta shape will work well
- 4 tbsp Butter Unsalted
- 4 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 3 cups Milk Whole milk recommended for creaminess
- 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp or mild, your preference
- 0.5 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 0.25 tsp Salt To taste
- 0.25 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce. You can also top the pasta with breadcrumbs and bake it for a few minutes for a crispy topping.