Quick Macaroni and Cheese

Quick Macaroni and Cheese
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Craving comfort food in a hurry? This streamlined macaroni and cheese recipe delivers creamy, cheesy goodness faster than you can say "cheddar!" Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a quick fix of classic flavor.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    38 g
  • Cholesterol
    64 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    14 g
  • Sodium
    811 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    25 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat oven broiler. Grease a 1 1/2 quart microwave-safe dish. (5 minutes)

02

Step
12 mins

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well. (12 minutes)

03

Step
6 mins

Microwave frozen mac and cheese according to package directions. (5-7 minutes)

04

Step
2 mins

In the prepared dish, gently combine the cooked macaroni, microwaved mac and cheese, milk, and black pepper. Stir until well combined. (2 minutes)

05

Step
2 mins

Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until heated through. (2 minutes)

06

Step
5 mins

Sprinkle evenly with shredded Cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese. Place under the preheated broiler and broil until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and beginning to brown, approximately 2 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using a blend of Cheddar and Gruyere cheese.
A pinch of nutmeg adds a warm, comforting note.
If you don't have a broiler, you can bake the macaroni and cheese in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Customize this by stirring in cooked bacon, ham, or vegetables such as broccoli or peas.

Krista Schuster

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Miller Kautzer

    I added some cooked broccoli and it was delicious!

  • Lafayette Pouros

    I used Gruyere cheese instead of Cheddar and it was amazing!

  • Johnathon Grady

    This was a lifesaver on a busy night! My kids loved it and it was so easy to make.

  • Jonas Ullrich

    Quick, easy, and tasty – exactly what I was looking for!

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