Name: The Creamiest Mac and Cheese (Gluten Free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb elbow macaroni (gluten-free if needed); 1 stick (8 tbsp; 113 g) butter, cut into chunks; 1/3 cup flour (or gluten-free flour blend); 5 cups (1 qt + 1 cup) half and half; 16 oz sharp cheddar, shredded (about 3 cups); 8 oz mild cheddar, shredded (about 2 cups); 8 oz sliced American cheese, about 9 slices, chopped; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste