Mac and Cheese In a Mug
The rich, creamy flavor everyone loves is just minutes away.
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
Equipment
Large mug (about 2 1/2 cups or 20 ounces)
Plate
Measuring cups
Spoon
Instructions
- Before you begin, wash your hands, surfaces, utensils, and produce.
- 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.
- Place mug on a large plate. Microwave at full power for 1 minute.
- Remove from microwave mug and stir macaroni, making sure to loosen any macaroni that may be stuck to the bottom of mug.
- Microwave for an additional 1 minute and stir again.
- 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.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
Entire Recipe
Per serving
Amount
Calories
470
Total Fat
15g
Sodium
380mg
Total Carbohydrate
60g
Protein
27g
