Easy One Pot Mac and Cheese (Ready in 15 Minutes!)
This easy one pot mac and cheese is creamy, comforting and ready in under 15 minutes! Made with just a handful of ingredients, it’s the perfect quick dinner for busy weeknights.
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Ingredients
- 400 g macaroni
- 50 ml milk
- 175 g grated cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to the packet instructions. Drain, reserving some of the cooking water.
- Return the macaroni to the pan with approximately ½ cup of the cooking water.
- Add the milk, grated cheddar, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stir gently over a low heat until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce coating the pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Easy One Pot Mac and Cheese (Ready in 15 Minutes!)
Amount per Serving
Calories
558
% Daily Value*
Fat
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
45
mg
15
%
Sodium
304
mg
13
%
Potassium
283
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
77
g
26
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
583
IU
12
%
Vitamin C
0.01
mg
0
%
Calcium
347
mg
35
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
Storage and Reheating
Mac and cheese is always best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of milk and warm gently on the hob or in the microwave while stirring. The milk helps loosen the sauce and bring back that creamy texture.