Description
Indulge in creamy, cheesy goodness with this easy one pot mac and cheese recipe. Perfect for cozy nights or quick dinners, this comfort food classic is ready in under 30 minutes! With minimal cleanup required, you’ll love how simple it is to whip up this delicious dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: cooked bacon bits or vegetables (e.g., peas)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot, then add salt and elbow macaroni. Cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.
- Drain the pasta, leaving a splash of water, then reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and let it melt.
- Stir in milk until smooth, then gradually add cheddar while stirring continuously until melted.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnishing with more cheese or breadcrumbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg