Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One Pot Creamy Mac and Cheese (Stovetop). Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish combines the rich flavors of sharp cheddar and mozzarella with a velvety cream sauce. Quick to prepare and made in just one pot, it promises minimal cleanup without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, this mac and cheese is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s customizable—add your favorite proteins or vegetables to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups uncooked macaroni
- 3 cups water
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1.5 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1.5 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Grate the cheeses and gather all ingredients.
- In a large pot, bring water to boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and grated cheeses along with seasonings.
- Mix until cheeses melt completely and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg