This 20-minute baked southern mac and cheese is the best because there are only 4 simple ingredients. No flour or roux! This no-fuss mac and cheese is far from fancy but it doesn't have to be fancy to be delicious!
– elbow macaroni – butter – whole milk – freshly grated cheddar cheese – salt and pepper to taste
Add salt, black pepper, and 1-½ cups of the freshly grated cheddar cheese to the pasta mixture. Lightly toss to blend.
Pour the mac and cheese into a 2-quart casserole dish, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese (do not stir). Bake uncovered for 10 minutes.