Macaroni Noodles<\/strong>. One and a half cups of elbow macaroni noodles. You can use an alternate shape of pasta, but make sure it’s small so the cooking times are the same.<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Butter<\/strong>. One tablespoon of butter forms the base of the roux.<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong>. The best milk to make mac and cheese for two with is whole milk, but 2% is okay, too. We need 3\/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of milk for this recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Flour<\/strong>. One tablespoon of all-purpose flour for thickening our cheese sauce.<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Cheese<\/strong>. Total, you need 1 1\/4 cups of shredded cheese for this recipe. My favorite is to mix 3\/4 cup of shredded muenster cheese with 1\/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Can I share a small plug for grating your own cheese? If you grate cheese fresh from a block, it melts more evenly and is more gooey and delicious! Pre-shredded cheese in the bag has a light coating on it to keep it separated in the bag, which can reduce the melting qualities. However, if you’re having a lazy day, use whatever type of shredded cheese you have!<\/li>\n\n\n\n

Salt and Pepper<\/strong>. A big pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper season the cheese sauce very well!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to Make Mac and Cheese for Two<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain and set aside.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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In the same pot you cooked the pasta in, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until a paste forms. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Bring the sauce to a very gentle simmer, lower the heat, and then begin adding the cheese one handful at a time. Stir in the salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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What to serve with a small batch of mac and cheese for two:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A sheet of roasted vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
A bagged salad would be a great side dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
I’ve served this mac and cheese for two with my tuna patties<\/a><\/span> many nights for a quick dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
If you’re up for it, I love a good Brussels sprout slaw<\/a><\/span> with a creamy cheese dish!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n
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