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4.46 from 11 votes

Creamy One Pot Mac and Cheese

This macaroni and cheese is so easy and tastes even better than the box! Perfect for picky eaters!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time14 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, easy mac and cheese, easy one pot pasta, mac and cheese, one pot mac and cheese
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Food Dolls

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces uncooked elbow pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth or broth of choice
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt more or less to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper more or less to taste
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese grates
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions

  • In a large pot, add pasta, broth, and seasonings. Stir. Bring to a boil, and cover. Reduce heat to medium low, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
    16 ounces uncooked elbow pasta, 4 cups chicken broth or broth of choice, 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Add remaning ingredients, and stir until nice and creamy. Add a splash of milk for a creamier consistency. Option: Feel free to broil in the oven for a few minutes to crisp the top!
    1/2 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup monterey jack cheese, 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup whole milk

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 547kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 1550mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 828IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 272mg | Iron: 1mg