Want a creamy, cheesy Mac & Cheese, but don’t have time to fuss around with a roux? You certainly won’t rue the day you try 4-Ingredient Mac & Cheese. The good news is you’re likely to have these ingredients already lying around, making it super easy to make on the fly. The other good news 4-Ingredient Mac & Cheese is a creamy, sharp dish that everyone loves. In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a cheesy dinnertime classic ready to eat.
Ingredients
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional • 1 pound dried elbow macaroni or cavatappi noodles • 1 cup heavy cream • 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, optionalDirections
Step 1
In a large pot bring 4 quarts of water to a boil.
Step 2
Season the water with 2 teaspoons of salt.
Step 3
Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package instructions.
Step 4
While the pasta is cooking, heat the cream in a heavy saucepan or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until the cream begins to bubble.
Step 5
Add in the cheddar and parmesan cheeses along with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Step 6
Stir the cheese sauce until bubbly and the cheese has melted, about 5-7 minutes while stirring often.
Step 7
Once the noodles are cooked, add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce and stir until combined.
Step 8
Serve!
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