Microwave Macaroni and Cheese

No stovetop necessary for this mac and cheese! Make a quick and easy dinner in the microwave. Whatever cheese you prefer mixes with a splash of milk to create a perfect creamy mac and cheese!

Cooking Tip

Add water as needed to prevent the pasta burning.

Yield1 serving

Serving size1 serving

Perfect forQuick & easy

Dietary preferencesVegetarian

Ingredients

1/2 cup noodles
1 cup water
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
1/2 cup cheese of choice

Directions

Combine pasta, water, and salt in a bowl and stir.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Remove and stir. Continue microwaving in 1-2 minute intervals until pasta is tender.
Stir in milk and sprinkle cheese. Microwave another 15-20 seconds to melt the cheese.
Stir until a creamy sauce is formed.

Nutrition facts (per serving)

490Calories

21 Total Fat (g)

11Saturated Fat (g)

1000Sodium (mg)

52Carbs (g)

2 Dietary Fiber (g)

24Protein (g)

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