Description
Indulge in this classic shells and cheese recipe, featuring creamy sharp cheddar cheese and tender pasta shells.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the pasta shells and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in the Milk: Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously until smooth. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Flavor the Sauce: Remove from heat and stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually mix in the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine with Pasta: Fold the cheese sauce into the cooked pasta shells, ensuring each shell is well coated.
- Serve: Dish into bowls and enjoy the creamy goodness.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare cheese sauce in advance and store in the fridge. Reheat and mix with pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg