Quick Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 3/4 cup heavy cream (or up to 1 cup cream- use light cream if desired)
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated, divided (choose an aged cheese)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain well and set aside.

2. 2

   While the macaroni cooks, melt butter over medium heat in an oven safe skillet or saucepan.

3. 3

   Add onion and cook, stirring often until soft and golden.

4. 4

   Add flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes until flour is combined and mixture is light brown.

5. 5

   Whisking constantly, add cream slowly until well mixed. Stir in pepper, salt, nutmeg and garlic. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring.

6. 6

   Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, a little at a time, until melted.

7. 7

   Stir in the macaroni to coat with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and parsley on top.

8. 8

   Place skillet under broiler for 2 or 3 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.