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Sara New
January 18, 2025
Make this single serving mac and cheese next time a craving hits! It's perfect when you need one bowl but don't want to make a big batch. Made in just one pot on the stovetop, this macaroni and cheese is easy, creamy, made from scratch, and perfect for one (or two)!
$0.14 / Serving 
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10 Ingredients
Medium
- Fill a medium saucepan with water and add a few generous pinches of salt. Bring to a boil. Then, boil the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and return the pot back to the stove.
- Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Add the flour and spices and whisk to make a thick roux.
- Next, slowly whisk the milk into the roux. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the cheese. Stir until smooth. Taste and add salt, pepper, and more spices if needed.
- Fold the pasta into the cheese sauce. At this point, you can add any mix-ins such as cooked bacon, broccoli, etc. and eat straight from the pan.
- To make baked mac and cheese, spoon the pasta into a greased, heatproof dish. Sprinkle more cheese and breadcrumbs over the top and broil on high for 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melty and golden-brown.
156.52 g
Carbs
87.55 g
Fat
98.27 g
Protein
3,879.3 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
- You can use any spices you like in this recipe. The above garlic powder/paprika/ground mustard is my go-to, but cayenne, onion powder, smoked paprika, and nutmeg are other classics.
- Use freshly-grated cheese to avoid grainy sauce.
- Double this recipe to make mac and cheese for two – so easy!
- Make sure to taste the cheese sauce before adding the pasta. Since different cheeses have different salt levels, you might need to add a pinch or two of Kosher salt.
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Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
Low-Cholesterol
Vegetarian
Vegan
Low Fat
Low Carb
High Protein
Keto Friendly
Smart Nutrition
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories
3,879 kcal(194%)
Total Fat
88 g(135%)
Saturated
24 g(152%)
Unsaturated
27 g(100%)
Cholesterol
511 mg(170%)
Total Carbs
157 g(52%)
Fiber
18 g(65%)
Sugars
57 g(159%)
Proteins
98 g(197%)
Sodium
2,916 mg(121%)
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis
Glycemic Index 59 Moderate
Glycemic Load 1 Low
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