Description
This one pot creamy mac and cheese is a simple stovetop recipe perfect for beginners. It’s a comforting and delicious meal you can make in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni/pasta of your choice
- 3 cups water
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2.5 cups sharp cheddar freshly grated
- 2 cups mozzarella freshly grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1.5 tbsp paprika adjust to taste
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1.5 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Grate the cheese and prepare all the ingredients.
- To a pot, add the dried macaroni pasta and pour in water. Over medium high heat, bring the pot to a boil and once boiling, turn the heat down to medium low.
- Cook the pasta per package instructions or until al dente then turn heat down to low. You want most of the water to evaporate but still a little bit left in the pot.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and stir until well combined and all the cheese melts. Adjust to taste. Best served while hot and enjoy
Notes
- Adjust paprika to your taste.
- Best served hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American