Stovetop Mac and Cheese

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Stovetop Mac and Cheese

This homemade Stove Top Macaroni & Cheese recipe is an easy, creamy meal that is ready in 20 mins!

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Ingredients

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  • 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
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Instructions

  1. Bring water, evaporated milk and seasonings to a boil.
  2. 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.
  3. Once macaroni is tender, remove from the heat and stir in cheese a bit at a time until melted.
  4. 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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