One-Bowl Microwave Macaroni and Cheese
By oldbklady
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. macaroni pasta
- 1/2 c. water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 c. milk, any percent
- 1/4-1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
Details
Servings 1
Preparation time 2mins
Cooking time 10mins
Preparation
Step 1
Combine the pasta, the water, and the salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH in 2-minute intervals until the pasta is al dente, stirring between each interval. This should take about 6-8 minutes total. If the pasta absorbs all the water before the pasta is cooked, add another 2 tablespoons of water.
Stir in the milk and the cheddar cheese. Microwave on HIGH in 30-second intervals until the cheese has melted into a creamy sauce, stirring between each interval and 1-1.5 minutes total. For a creamier sauce, add an extra tablespoon or two of milk and cheese.
Optional Add-Ins - Add any of these along with the milk and cheese. Diced onions, diced peppers, diced tomatoes, leftover meat (shredded or cubed), a few tablespoons of salsa, 1/4 teaspoon dried mustard, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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