One-Pot Mac and Cheese

Name: One-Pot Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 3-1/2 cups whole milk; 3 cups water; 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni; 4 ounces Velveeta, cubed; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Total Time Prep: 5 min. Cook: 30 min.

Yield 10 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

What's tangy, tasty, and super simple to make? This stovetop macaroni and cheese recipe, that's what! All the cooking happens in one pan (a Dutch oven). The cheesiness of this dish is over the top, thanks to the special blend of Velveeta and sharp cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

3-1/2 cups whole milk
3 cups water
1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
4 ounces Velveeta, cubed
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Directions

In a Dutch oven, combine milk, water and macaroni; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until macaroni is tender and almost all the cooking liquid has been absorbed, 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low; stir in cheeses until melted. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 344 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.

This one-pot mac and cheese is a family favorite, and my 3-year-old is always thrilled to see it coming to the dinner table. We love to add sliced smoked sausage to this creamy mac recipe! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin

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