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ONE POT MAC AND CHEESE

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This One Pot Mac And Cheese is the ultimate comfort food with tender pasta and a rich cheese blend. It’s an easy yummy Mac And Cheese dish that’s perfect as a pot Mac And Cheese recipe. Enjoy this homemade macaroni and cheese sauce for a simple cheese pasta dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 21/2 cups chicken broth
  • 21/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese see note 1
  • 11/2 cups freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese see note 2
  • Hot sauce optional for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the flour, garlic powder, ground mustard, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk to form a roux and cook for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gradually whisk in the whole milk and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the mozzarella, sharp Cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
  6. Serve immediately with hot sauce if desired.

Notes

  • Hot sauce is optional and can be served on the side for extra flavor

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