One Pot Mac and Cheese Recipe
One Pot Mac and Cheese is a creamy and ultra cheesy pasta dish made in a single pot! This quick and delicious comfort food is loved by kids and adults alike!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 497kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) box medium pasta shells uncooked
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt more or less to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper more or less to taste
- 2 oz shredded asiago about 1/2 cup
- 2 oz shredded Monterey jack cheese about 1/2 cup that’s been loosely packed, don’t buy pre-shredded!
- 4 oz shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese about 1 cup that’s been loosely packed, don’t buy pre-shredded!
Baked Ramekin Option (optional)
- Garlic & Herb Breadcrumbs for topping
- Extra Monterey/Cheddar shredded, for topping
Instructions
- Place shells, vegetable stock, milk, and butter in a large stockpot.
- Over medium/medium low heat, bring the mixture to a low simmer (this will take a few minutes), stirring regularly.
- Once simmering, simmer for about 7-10 minutes or until shells are al dente. Stir constantly. You may need to adjust your heat to keep it at a low simmer.
- Once the shells are al dente, lower the heat to the lowest setting and stir in salt, pepper, and the three cheeses.
- Stir until the cheese has completely melted.
- Taste and re-season, if necessary.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately!
Baked Ramekin Option (optional)
- Spoon finished mac and cheese into 4 individual oven safe ramekins.
- Sprinkle with more Monterey/Cheddar cheese.
- Top with garlic and herb breadcrumbs.
- Broil on top rack for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until cheese is melty and the top has slightly browned.
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Notes
*Pre-shredded cheese doesn't melt as well! I'd suggest taking a few extra minutes to shred your own Monterey Jack and Cheddar! :)
Nutrition
Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 1217mg | Potassium: 332mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Calcium: 434mg | Iron: 1.3mg