Mac and Cheese In a Mug Kid Approved!

Kid Approved | Quick & Easy | Snacks | No Added Sugars | High in Fiber | Vegetarian | WIC Friendly | Egg-Free | Nut-Free
Mac and Cheese In a Mug
1
Servings
8 minutes
Total Time
$1.74
Cost per serving *
Temperature: High heat
Serving size:Entire Recipe
Prep time:5 minutes
Cook time:3 minutes
Total time:8 minutes
Equipment:

Large mug (about 2 1/2 cups or 20 ounces)

Plate

Utensils:

Measuring cups

Spoon

* Cost and availability of recipe ingredients may vary across different regions of Ohio. Cost per serving information should be used as a general guide when considering recipe cost.

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked whole grain elbow macaroni OR other small pasta

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup vegetables (broccoli, onion, bell pepper, carrot, etc.), finely chopped

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Optional toppings to taste: salt, black pepper, hot sauce

Non-stick spray

Instructions

  1. Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and produce.
  2. In large, microwave-safe mug, spray mug with a non-stick spray and add macaroni and water. Use small shape pasta like elbow macaroni or orzo -- it will not work with a larger pasta shape like rotini, penne, etc.
  3. Place mug on a large plate. Microwave at full power for 1 minute.
  4. Remove from microwave mug and stir macaroni, making sure to loosen any macaroni that may be stuck to the bottom of mug.
  5. Microwave for an additional 1 minute and stir again.
  6. Add vegetables and continue to microwave mixture at 30 second intervals, stirring in between. Cook until noodles are tender. If your macaroni gets dry, add 1 tablespoon of water.
  7. Working quickly, add in cheese and stir until cheese melts completely and evenly coats macaroni. Add salt, black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Serve immediately.
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Ingredients

What goes in Mac and Cheese In a Mug?

Broccoli
Broccoli
Chopped Onions
Chopped Onions
Whole Grain Pasta
Whole Grain Pasta

Nutritional Information
(Per Serving)

CALORIES
470
TOTAL FAT
15g
SODIUM
380mg
TOTAL CARBS
60g
PROTEIN
27g
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