Description
A warm, cheesy bowl of homemade shells and cheese that evokes comfort and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in salted water until al dente, about 7-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbling.
- Whisk in the flour, stirring constantly until it forms a smooth roux.
- Add the milk gradually, whisking until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked pasta shells, ensuring even coating.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a crispy topping, transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: shells and cheese, macaroni and cheese, comfort food, cheesy pasta