White Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Name: White Mac 'n' Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound medium pasta shells; 2 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or whole milk; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard; One 8-ounce block cream cheese, at room temperature; 8 ounces sharp white Cheddar, shredded; 8 ounces white American cheese, shredded if from a block, otherwise diced; 2 tablespoons white wine, optional; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

1 pound medium pasta shells
2 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups unsweetened almond milk or whole milk
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
One 8-ounce block cream cheese, at room temperature
8 ounces sharp white Cheddar, shredded
8 ounces white American cheese, shredded if from a block, otherwise diced
2 tablespoons white wine, optional
Kosher salt

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions.
2
Set aside.
3
Melt the coconut oil in a high-sided 10-inch saute pan over medium heat.
4
Stir in the flour and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
5
Slowly whisk in the milk.
6
Reduce to low heat, bring to a simmer and cook until it becomes a thin gravy, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the white pepper and ground mustard and stir to combine.
8
Add the cream cheese and stir until fully incorporated.
9
Stir in the Cheddar, American cheese and wine, if using, and cook until fully incorporated.
10
Taste and add salt as needed.
11
Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to thoroughly combine.
12
Taste again and salt as needed before serving.

1044

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound medium pasta shells, 2 tablespoons unrefined coconut oil, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or whole milk, and more.

Yes, White Mac 'n' Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

White Mac 'n' Cheese

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