One-Pan White Cheddar Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: One-Pan White Cheddar Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni; 2 1/2 cups milk; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup margarine; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/4 cup real bacon bits; 1 tablespoon snipped chives

Servings: persons

16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups milk
2 cups water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup margarine
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup real bacon bits
1 tablespoon snipped chives

1
Combine macaroni, milk, water, garlic salt, and salt in a Dutch oven on a stovetop over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently so noodles don't stick to the pan, until noodles are soft and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 7 to 10 minutes.
2
Remove pot from heat and stir in margarine and pepper until melted. Stir in Cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted.
3
Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
4
Top pasta with bread crumbs, remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, and bacon bits.
5
Place Dutch oven under the broiler until topping is lightly browned and crispy, 1 to 3 minutes. Top with chives and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni, 2 1/2 cups milk, 2 cups water, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and more.

Yes, One-Pan White Cheddar Mac And Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

One-Pan White Cheddar Mac And Cheese

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