Mac & Cheese

13 min

4 servings

Everyone needs a go-to Mac and Cheese recipe in their back pocket. Simple to make—can be done in the same time as it takes the pasta to cook. No weird ingredients and kid approved (perfect for playdates and crazy busy nights).

Ingredients

  • 2 cups bite-sized pasta, your choice
  • 1⁄3 cup milk, your choice
  • 1 pkg Mac & Cheese Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp butter, optional

Preparation

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions in Multipurpose Pot. Drain and return to pot.
  2. Stir in milk, seasoning and butter, if desired. Stir to coat.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 260, Fat 4.5 g (Saturated 2.5 g, 0.2 0 g), Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g (Fiber 2 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 11 g.

Tips

Mac attack! It's simple to customize mac & cheese your way:

Mexi Mac: Stir in prepared Poco Picante Salsa and Guacamole.

Cha Cha Chili Mac: Stir in prepared Cha Cha Chili.

Italian Mac: Stir in 1 cup prepared Marinara Sauce, baby spinach, and artichoke hearts.

Spicy Mac: Stir in 1 tbsp Chipotle Aioli Mix.

Chicken & Peas Mac: Stir in leftover chicken and frozen green peas.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 1 cup steamed broccoli and 4 oz (113 g) tuna, chicken, or tofu.