Description
A comforting and quick recipe for creamy, cheesy mac and cheese made in one pot, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the macaroni, water, and milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the pasta is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the cheese is melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delightful cheesy goodness!
Notes
For extra creaminess, stir in a dollop of cream cheese or heavy cream just before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg