3 Ingredient Stovetop Mac and Cheese
A quick and creamy stovetop mac and cheese recipe using only three ingredients. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or dorm cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain well.
- Return macaroni to the pot. Add milk and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until milk is hot but not boiling.
- Remove pot from heat. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, use whole milk.
- You can substitute other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Colby for cheddar.
- Add a pinch of salt and pepper if desired, though this recipe is designed for simplicity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://fooddexterity.com/3-ingredient-stovetop-mac-and-cheese/