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One Pot Macaroni & Cheese

Creamy rich buttery One Pot Macaroni & Cheese is full of tender cheesy noodles that are filling and delicious to the last bite. This affordable quick and easy to make selection is perfect on any occasion as a side or nice featured bowl of warm comforting food.  Full of flavor, chewy cheesy textures and at a budget price, this is perfect normal meal planning or a holiday celebration. This homemade one pot recipe is a compliment to the table as it offers warm smoldering noodles covered with melted cheese that everyone will enjoy.

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In a non-stick pot or dutch oven: add milk and bring to a simmer (medium heat). Add dried elbow macaroni then cook until al dente. Make sure to stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning on the bottom of the pot.

Add butter and mustard. Mix everything together until the butter has completely melted.

Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix until fully melted. Add the other 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix.

Then, add 1 cup Parmesan cheese and mix until fully melted.

Remove from heat source.

Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Serve & enjoy!

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One Pot Macaroni & Cheese

One Pot Macaroni & Cheese is rich with creamy buttery warm cheese and tender noodles.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
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Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz dried elbow macaroni
  • 5 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup butter unsalted or salt
  • ½ tsp ground mustard

Instructions
 

  • In a non-stick pot or dutch oven: add milk and bring to a simmer (medium heat).
  • Add dried elbow macaroni then cook until al dente. Make sure to stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning on the bottom of the pot.
  • Add butter and mustard. Mix everything together until the butter has completely melted. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix until fully melted. Add the other 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix. Then, add 1 cup Parmesan cheese and mix until fully melted. Remove from heat source. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Serve and enjoy this creamy macaroni & cheese.

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    One Pot Taco Pasta

    One Pot Taco Pasta is quick and easy plus it is delicious and very filling. The Taco Seasonings are perfect for the ground beef and pasta combination but the secret is using good beefsteak. This dish is full of flavor, textures and comes in at a budget price which makes it ideal for normal meal planning. The stewing of the ingredients and the broth make for some wonderful kitchen aromas that are appealing and pleasant. The taco Pasta keeps well when refrigerated and is a great selection for lunch on the go. I generally only publish items that were a hit with my focus group and this taco pasta was a teenager favorite. I enjoyed this recipe and recommend you try it at least once to see for yourself how delicious it really is.

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    Heat the pan to medium-high. Add the oil and meat and cook for 3-5 minutes or until no longer pink. 

    Add onion, garlic, taco seasoning & tomato paste.

    Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.

    Add beef broth, rotel tomatoes

    Add broth and mix well (make sure to submerge the noodles in the broth). 

    Bring to simmer (about 3-5 minutes). Cover with a lid and cook for 12 minutes.  Turn down the heat to medium.

    Turn off the heat. Remove the lid (be careful the lid is going to be hot). Add heavy whipping cream and mix. Add ½ cups of shredded cheese at a time while continuing to mix well. Add queso cotija and mix.

    Season with salt & pepper if needed.

    Let rest for a few minutes before serving. 

    Garnish with cilantro, queso cotija, jalapeños.

    Serve

    Enjoy!

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    One Pot Taco Pasta

    Simple to follow delicious one to recipe for scrumptious Taco Pasta.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb ground beef or chuck
    • ½ lb orecchiette pasta or any pasta
    • 2 cups unsalted or low-sodium beef broth/stock
    • 1 cup queso cotija
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup heavy cream or half & half
    • 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles
    • 2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 package
    • 2 tbsp tomato paste
    • ½ onion chopped
    • 3 garlic cloves minced

    Instructions
     

    • Heat the pan to medium-high. Add the oil and meat and cook for 3-5 minutes or until no longer pink. Optional: drain grease.
    • Add onion, garlic, taco seasoning, tomato paste, and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add pasta, beef broth, rotel tomatoes and mix well (make sure to submerge the noodles in the broth). 
    • Bring to simmer (about 3-5 minutes). Cover with a lid and cook for 12 minutes.  Turn down the heat to medium.
    • Turn off the heat. Remove the lid (be careful the lid is going to be hot). Add heavy whipping cream and mix. Add shredded cheese and mix well. Add queso cotija and mix. Season with salt & pepper if needed. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. 

    Garnish with cilantro, queso cotija, jalapeños. Serve & enjoy!

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