Sunday Table
June 4, 2025
Make this single serving mac and cheese next time a craving hits! It's perfect when you need one bowl but don't want to make a big batch. Made in just one pot on the stovetop, this macaroni and cheese is easy, creamy, made from scratch, and perfect for one (or two)!
$3.10 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
11 Ingredients
MEDIUM
1/5
Single Serving Macaroni & Cheese
Instructions
1
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Fill a medium saucepan with water and add a few generous pinches of salt. Bring to a boil. Then, boil the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Drain and return the pot back to the stove.
2
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Melt the butter in the pot over medium heat. Add the flour and spices and whisk to make a thick roux.
3
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Next, slowly whisk the milk into the roux. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
4
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Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the cheese. Stir until smooth. Taste and add salt, pepper, and more spices if needed.
5
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Fold the pasta into the cheese sauce. At this point, you can add any mix-ins such as cooked bacon, broccoli, etc. and eat straight from the pan.
6
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To make baked mac and cheese, spoon the pasta into a greased, heatproof dish. Sprinkle more cheese and breadcrumbs over the top and broil on high for 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melty and golden-brown.
54.59 g
Carbs
40.95 g
Fat
36.89 g
Protein
628.36 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Diet at a Glance
Smart Nutrition
Nutrition Per Serving
Energy
628 kcal(31%)
Total Fat
41 g(63%)
Saturated
12 g(77%)
Trans
0 g(22%)
Unsaturated
0 g(0%)
Cholesterol
102 mg(34%)
Total Carbs
55 g(18%)
Fiber
6 g(23%)
Sugars
9 g(26%)
Proteins
37 g(74%)
Sodium
2,898 mg(121%)
Polyunsaturated
6 g(0%)
Monounsaturated
8 g(0%)
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis
Glycemic Index 26 Moderate
Glycemic Load 2 Low
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