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Ultra Creamy One Pot Mac and Cheese: Best Recipe Ever

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This Ultra Creamy One Pot Mac and Cheese is rich, smooth, and full of cheesy delight. Perfect for Dump And Go Mac And Cheese fans, this recipe is a great example of Big Recipes with easy preparation and delicious results.

Ingredients

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  • 1lb or 500g Dried Macaroni
  • 2 1/2 – 3 cups or 600 – 720ml Milk at room temp or as needed (I use semi-skimmed)
  • 2 cups or 480ml Chicken Stock (not piping hot)
  • 1 cup or 240ml Heavy or Double Cream at room temp
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Mustard Powder
  • 1/4 tsp EACH Onion Powder Garlic Powder White Pepper
  • 4oz or 125g Cream Cheese leave at room temp
  • 2 1/2 cups or 250g Medium Cheddar (see notes)
  • 1 cup or 100g Gruyere grated
  • 1/2 cup or 50g Mozzarella shredded

Instructions

  1. Place the macaroni in a large deep pot, then add 2 1/2 cups or 600ml of milk along with the chicken stock and cream. Add the mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and white pepper, then mix everything together.
  2. Heat the mixture gently over medium heat, letting it simmer while stirring occasionally until the macaroni is tender yet firm. If the liquid evaporates too soon, pour in more milk little by little to finish cooking the pasta.
  3. Lower the heat and add the cream cheese, stirring until it completely dissolves. Then mix in the cheddar and gruyere cheeses, followed by the mozzarella. If the sauce becomes too thick or the cheese won’t melt smoothly, thin it with a splash of milk as needed.
  4. Taste and season as necessary. Serve warm and enjoy your creamy mac and cheese.

Notes

  • Chicken stock provides subtle depth to the flavor but can be replaced with water if preferred
  • Using medium cheddar delivers creamier flavor, while gruyere adds nuttiness
  • Mozzarella contributes to a nice cheese pull
  • Keeping dairy at room temperature and cooking gently avoids grainy sauce
  • Adjust milk quantity depending on pasta brand to get perfect sauce consistency

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