Homemade Easy Mac
Directions
- 1Combine 1/2 cup cheddar cheese powder, 1/4 cup dry milk, 2 teaspoons butter powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika to make the dry mix.
- 2For each serving, measure out 3 tablespoons of the dry mix into a small snack bag.
- 3Measure 1/2 cup of small elbow pasta into a jar or microwave-safe vessel.
- 4Add 1/2 cup of water (or milk) to the pasta.
- 5Microwave for 4 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pasta is cooked.
- 6Add 3 tablespoons of the dry cheese mix to the cooked pasta.
- 7Stir well to combine the cheese sauce with the pasta.
- 8If needed, add a couple of teaspoons of water or milk to achieve desired consistency.
- 9Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese powder
- 0.25 cup dry milk
- 2 teaspoons butter powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup small elbow pasta
- 0.5 cup water
- milk
Equipment
microwavesnack bagjarsdifferent vessel
Tips
- Use whole milk powder for creaminess.
- The dry mix is also delicious on popcorn.
- You can add extra milk for creamier mac and cheese.
- Add extra cheese or other goodies if you're feeling adventurous.
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