Delicious Homemade Macaroni & Cheese from Scratch Story

Delicious Homemade Macaroni & Cheese from Scratch

Looking for a delicious recipe for homemade macaroni and cheese that’s made from scratch? This simple, healthy dinner is a favorite of children and adults!

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With it’s creamy cheese sauce made from scratch, this unique varation on traditional macaroni and cheese makes for a yummy lunch or dinner for your family.

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Ingredients

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Cook the macaroni noodles according to the instructions on the bag (or use an Instant Pot with 4 cups of water for 4 minutes).

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Cook the frozen vegetables in the microwave.

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To make the sauce, melt butter on medium temperature stove.

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Add milk and stir constantly (do not walk away at all or it will burn on the bottom).

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Keep stirring until all lumps are out and sauce begins to boil.

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Swipe up for the full recipe!

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