Go Back
–+ servings
5-Ingredient Mac and Cheese

Indulgent 5-Ingredient Mac and Cheese in Just 20 Minutes

Enjoy this creamy 5-Ingredient Mac and Cheese that’s quick to prepare and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Macaroni Pasta Classic choice that holds cheese well
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Aged or sharp cheddar for richer flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Whole or low-fat milk can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Depth of flavor; margarine can substitute
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • large saucepan
  • Whisk
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add macaroni pasta, and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until bubbling gently, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Slowly add milk to melted butter, whisk continuously, and bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add cheese while stirring until melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Season sauce with salt to taste and adjust consistency with a splash of milk if needed.
  6. Add drained macaroni to cheese sauce, stir well for 1-2 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to add mix-ins like bacon, veggies, or spices to customize your mac and cheese.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!