Creamy Stove-top Mac and Cheese

Name: Creamy Stove-top Mac and Cheese
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H25M0.000S
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 small onion, grated with juices retained; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups heavy cream, room temperature; 8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, shredded; 4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded; 1 pound baby shell pasta, cooked al dente; Chopped parsley, for garnish

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Level: Easy
Total: 25 min

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min

Yield: 8 servings

Level: Easy
Total: 25 min

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter

1/2 small onion, grated with juices retained

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 cups heavy cream, room temperature

8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, shredded

4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded

1 pound baby shell pasta, cooked al dente

Chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions, including juices, and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic, white pepper, paprika, and salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste. Cook for a few minutes to let the flavors bloom, and then slowly stir in the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook until slightly thickened, about 8 minutes. Add the cheeses and stir until melted, then remove from heat. Stir in the pasta and toss until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm garnished with parsley.