Description

Enjoy the best mac and cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of buffalo hot sauce. This smooth and creamy sauce is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Easy to prepare, it’s a delightful comfort food that cheese lovers will adore!

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% milk
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
1–2 tablespoons buffalo hot sauce
1 lb. cooked noodles

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Instructions

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until combined into a paste.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking to avoid lumps, and cook for 4-6 minutes until thickened.
Remove from heat and add cheese slowly, whisking until fully melted.
Stir in garlic, buffalo hot sauce, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Combine the warm cheese sauce with the cooked noodles right away.

Notes

For a spicier sauce, add more hot sauce to taste.
Use freshly shredded cheddar for best results—pre-shredded cheese may not melt as well.
If the sauce is too thick, whisk in a splash of warm milk.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 386
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 658mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 65mg