Stovetop Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
4.9
84 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
448 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
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This homemade Stove Top Macaroni & Cheese recipe is an easy, creamy meal that is ready in 20 mins!
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Ingredients
- 3 ⅔ cups water plus extra as needed
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 3 cups elbow macaroni or short pasta
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- 2 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Bring water, evaporated milk and seasonings to a boil.
- Add macaroni and simmer stirring frequently until the macaroni is tender, 12-14 minutes. Add additional water ¼ cup at a time if needed. Ensure you have liquid in the bottom of the pot to make the sauce.
- Once macaroni is tender, remove from the heat and stir in cheese a bit at a time until melted.
- Stir in butter and season with salt & pepper to taste.
Notes
- Do not use pre-shredded cheese in this recipe, it does not melt well.
- This macaroni is boiled directly in the milk/water mixture. The amount of liquid needed can vary based on the type of pasta and even varies from brand to brand.
- Add more water, ¼ cup at a time, if needed until the noodles are tender.
- Before you add the cheese in, you will want to make sure there is some liquid in the bottom of the pot before you add the cheese as this is what creates the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, a little bit of warm milk or cream can be added.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
448
(22%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
28g
(43%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Cholesterol
141mg
(47%)
Sodium
558mg
(23%)
Potassium
187mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
985IU
(20%)
Calcium
392mg
(39%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 448 | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 558mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 985IU | 20% |
| Calcium | 392mg | 39% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
84 reviews
Excellent
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