One Pot Creamy Mac and Cheese
A simple and delicious one-pot recipe for creamy mac and cheese, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni Use al dente pasta
- 4 cups broth or milk For creaminess
- 2 cups shredded cheese Use freshly grated for best results
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
Instructions
Cooking
- In a high-quality enamel-coated cast iron dutch oven, add 4 cups of broth or milk.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, adding the elbow macaroni.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheese until it melts smoothly.
- Season with salt and adjust to taste.
Notes
Don't overcook the pasta, use fresh cheese for better melting, and feel free to add ingredients like cooked bacon or broccoli for variation.