One Pot Macaroni and Cheese

By jlwoodruff

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cups dry pasta macaroni, penne, any small pasta will do)
• 1 1/2 cups grated cheese ( I used Cheddar, Gouda and Jack)
• 1/2 tsp dry mustard
• 1 tsp salt

Preparation

Step 1

1. Add milk, cream, salt, dry mustard, pasta and butter into a medium sized pan.
2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, over medium heat. Once at a simmer, turn heat down to low.
3. Cook and stir frequently for about 20 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed. Add 1/4 more milk if pasta is not fully cooked.
4. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses. Cover and let stand for at least five minutes.