One Pot Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this one pot mac and cheese, where creamy sharp cheddar meets tender elbow macaroni. This simple yet satisfying dish comes together effortlessly in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. Perfect for cozy family dinners or a quick weeknight meal, it promises to deliver warm smiles and happy tummies with every cheesy bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes), then drain.
- In the same pot over low heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
- Gradually add milk while whisking continuously until the mixture thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. For a crunchy topping, sprinkle panko breadcrumbs and broil briefly until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg