Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy and delicious one-pot mac and cheese recipe. Perfect for a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
Mac and Cheese:
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 cups whole milk
Cheese Mixture:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: In a large pot, combine macaroni and milk. Boil over medium heat, then simmer until pasta is tender.
- Add Flavor: Remove from heat, stir in butter, garlic powder, and mustard powder. Gradually add cheeses, stirring until melted.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding bacon bits or smoked paprika.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the creamiest results.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
