As I mentioned in last week’s Kids in the Kitchen post, my oldest son is headed off to college in a matter of days and the thought of only having four of my six children under my roof is a bit scary to me. I don’t do well when I am not in control of all aspects of my life (aka “a control freak”) and I don’t like this new phase of life one little bit.
There will be a big gap in our home in a few days. Honestly, once he leaves, who will I have one sided conversations with or who will steal my towel every morning? Who will wait to load the dishwasher until 1:00 in the morning or tease his baby sister until she cries? The Jones home will just be all skiwampis without him.
This Homemade Macaroni and Cheese is my college-boy’s masterpiece in the kitchen. He makes it at least twice a week and I’m glad he makes this great recipe instead of the nasty, neon orange crap in the box. So much healthier than the fake stuff, not to mention a thousand times tastier as well!
Cook pasta according to the directions on the box and drain.
In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, melt the butter and then whisk in the flour. Keep mixing while the mixture cooks for about 30 seconds. Add the milk while whisking briskly, being sure to get into the corners of the pan. Bring to a boil and allow the sauce to thicken. Add the cheese and all the seasonings, then mixing until the cheese melts completely. Add the sauce to the pasta and serve.
Author:Carole Jones
Nutrition
Serving Size:1/7th
Calories:482
Sugar:3g
Sodium:1034mg
Fat:21g
Saturated Fat:11g
Unsaturated Fat:2g
Trans Fat:0g
Carbohydrates:22g
Fiber:4g
Protein:50g
Cholesterol:44mg
Carole Jones
Carole Jones is an Arizona-based cookbook author & food blogger. She's authored The 30 Minute Cooking From Frozen Cookbook and the self-published Take 5: Chicken e-cookbook. For the past 15 years, Carole has shared her culinary adventures cooking and baking for her six brutally honest children here on My Kitchen Escapades. Hot, crusty bread is Carole's love language, but her two adorable grandchildren are a close second. Yes, second. Don't judge.
8 comments
Liz@Virtually Homemade
12 years ago
I love homemade mac and cheese – no yucky orange stuff in this house! I totally relate to losing your eldest. My son is going to be a senior this year and I tear up just thinking about him graduating – very bittersweet.
Carole
12 years ago
It’s not fair Liz! Who gave our kids permission to grow up and move on with their lives?
Annabel
12 years ago
I like to mix the pasta with the sauce in an oven proof dish, then sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese and put under the grill. This makes a lovely crispy topping x
Carole
12 years ago
Annabel – that is a great upgrade to this recipe! Thanks.
Angie Murphy
12 years ago
This recipe looks great! I’m printing it out! Always looking for homemade Mac & Cheese recipe! Your post made me tear up!!! Can’t believe he’s off to college! Not fair!!
Carole
12 years ago
Thanks Angie!
Jen
10 years ago
Your recipe calls for 3 cups of freshly grated cheese but does not specify what kind of cheese?
Thanks Jen
Carole
10 years ago
Hey Jen! It depends on what kind of cheese you like or a combination of cheeses you like. I like a mixture of Parmesan, cheddar and Colby.
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8 comments
I love homemade mac and cheese – no yucky orange stuff in this house! I totally relate to losing your eldest. My son is going to be a senior this year and I tear up just thinking about him graduating – very bittersweet.
It’s not fair Liz! Who gave our kids permission to grow up and move on with their lives?
I like to mix the pasta with the sauce in an oven proof dish, then sprinkle with bread crumbs and cheese and put under the grill. This makes a lovely crispy topping x
Annabel – that is a great upgrade to this recipe! Thanks.
This recipe looks great! I’m printing it out! Always looking for homemade Mac & Cheese recipe! Your post made me tear up!!! Can’t believe he’s off to college! Not fair!!
Thanks Angie!
Your recipe calls for 3 cups of freshly grated cheese but does not specify what kind of cheese?
Thanks Jen
Hey Jen! It depends on what kind of cheese you like or a combination of cheeses you like. I like a mixture of Parmesan, cheddar and Colby.