Sunday Table
February 19, 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)!
10 Ingredients
Recipe
Single Serving Macaroni & Cheese
Instructions
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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.
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Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Add the flour and spices and whisk to make a thick roux.
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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.
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Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the cheese. Stir until smooth. Taste and add salt, pepper, and more spices if needed.
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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.
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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.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cheese Melt Magic 🧀Grate your own cheese blend instead of pre-shredded to ensure smoother, more even melting and superior flavor complexity.
- Pasta Water Perfection 💦Reserve a tablespoon of starchy pasta water to help create an ultra-creamy sauce that clings perfectly to the macaroni.
- Low-Fat Creaminess Hack 🥛Use 1% milk and add a small amount of cream cheese to maintain richness while keeping the dish lighter.
- No-Clump Cheese Technique 🥄Add cheese off the heat and stir continuously to prevent separation and achieve a silky smooth sauce.
- Quick Single-Serve Optimization ⏱️Cook pasta just 1 minute less than package instructions to prevent overcooking during the final cheese sauce integration.
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