Description
A quick and easy one pot recipe for creamy mac and cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Prep the cheese and ingredients by grating the cheese and gathering all the ingredients.
- In a large pot, add dried macaroni and water. Turn heat to medium-high to boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook pasta until al dente, about 7-10 minutes.
- Turn heat down to low and ensure some water remains in the pot for creaminess.
- Add heavy cream, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, mustard, and sugar. Stir until cheese has melted and mixture is smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor and texture. You can customize the spices or add vegetables and meat if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, comfort food, one pot meal, easy recipe