One Pot Mac and Cheese
A creamy, cheesy pasta dish that’s quick to prepare and requires minimal cleanup. Perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces macaroni
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ingredients for boiling: In a large pot, combine the macaroni, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the macaroni: Cook the macaroni for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender.
- Reduce heat and add cheesy goodness: Reduce heat to low and add the cheese, milk, butter, and black pepper.
- Stir until creamy: Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Serve and enjoy!: Serve warm and indulge in the cozy comfort of homemade mac and cheese.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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