Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Everyone needs a go-to comfort food recipe and this is mine. Over the past few years, I have tried countless recipes for homemade mac and cheese and this one is by far my favorite. The gouda cheese makes the noodles super creamy and there is a hint of garlic in every bite. Ultimate. comfort. food. 

Whenever I think of homemade mac and cheese, I almost always think of baked mac and cheese with toasted breadcrumbs on top. I still think that my mom still makes the best baked mac and cheese! But this version is even simpler to make because everything is done on the stovetop. You basically just add all the other ingredients to the cooked pasta and stir until creamy and combined. Easy peasy, right? I hope that you enjoy this recipe as much as I do because there is nothing better than homemade mac and cheese!

Creamy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
Recipe adapted from Krissy's Creations (originally seen on the The Curvy Carrot)

1 16 oz box of pasta (I used small shells but you can use your favorite pasta)
1 10 oz block of gouda cheese, shredded
1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
1/4 cup milk
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves of garlic, minced

Cook pasta according to box directions until al dente. Make sure to retain some of the cooking liquid in the pot. Return the pasta to the pot immediately.
Add the gouda cheese and garlic and stir until well combined.
Slowly add the milk, butter and greek yogurt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Serve immediately and enjoy!