Easiest 15 Minute Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese 3 Ingredients
Whip up comfort food bliss in record time with the *Easiest 15 Minute Stove Top Macaroni and Cheese*! This ultra-creamy, three-ingredient recipe is a no-fuss solution for busy weeknights, delivering rich, cheesy goodness in just 15 minutes. Featuring tender elbow macaroni, gooey shredded cheddar cheese, and a splash of whole milk, this dish is as simple as it is satisfying. The secret to its velvety texture? A touch of reserved pasta water to perfect the cheesy sauce. Ready in only a few steps, this stovetop macaroni and cheese is perfect for quick family dinners, last-minute cravings, or pairing with your favorite sides. Say goodbye to boxed mac and cheese—this homemade version is faster, fresher, and irresistibly gooey!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Whole milk
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, typically 7-8 minutes, or until al dente.
Before draining the pasta, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Then, drain the macaroni and return it to the pot.
Reduce the heat to low and stir 1 cup of milk into the cooked macaroni.
Slowly add the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, stirring constantly to melt the cheese and create a creamy sauce.
If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 83.9 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.9 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1546 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.9 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 93.1 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1914 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
