Best 7 Microwave Mac N Cheese Recipes

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Craving a quick and easy comfort food fix? Microwave mac n cheese is the perfect solution! This beloved dish can be prepared in a matter of minutes, making it an ideal option for busy individuals or those seeking a stress-free meal. Whether you prefer a classic cheesy delight or a more adventurous flavor profile, there are countless variations of microwave mac n cheese recipes to cater to your unique preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse world of microwave mac n cheese recipes, unraveling secrets to achieve the perfect texture, flavor, and indulgence every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MICROWAVE MAC 'N' CHEESE



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My family prefers homemade macaroni and cheese over the kind you get out of the box. This recipe is an easy way to keep them happy. Whenever we have a family get-together, I bring this comforting dish. Its "from scratch" taste can't be beat. -Linda Gingrich, Freeburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups hot water
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups milk
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the first seven ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes; stir. Cover and cook at 50% power for 3 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil. , Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into macaroni mixture. Add cheese. Cover and cook on high for 6-8 minutes or until the macaroni is tender and sauce is bubbly, stirring every 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

MICROWAVE 5-MINUTE MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: elbow macaroni, water, milk, salt, pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh chive

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup elbow macaroni
½ cup water
3 tablespoons milk
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
fresh chive, to garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Mix the macaroni, water, and salt in a microwaveable mug.
  • Microwave for 2-3 minutes, then stir.
  • Add the milk, cheese, salt, and pepper, then stir.
  • Microwave for another 30 seconds, stir, and garnish with a sprinkle of chives.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 4 grams

MICROWAVE MAC AND CHEESE



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This from-scratch mac and cheese cooks in one bowl, and you don't have to boil the macaroni or cook the cheese sauce separately. Plus, it's ready in less than half an hour. A blend of American and Jack cheeses makes the sauce smooth and tangy.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups whole milk
Kosher salt
1 cup shredded deli yellow American cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 cup shredded pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Stir the macaroni, 1 cup of the milk and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a microwave-safe 4-quart bowl. (It is important that you use a bowl large enough to prevent the milk from boiling over.) Cover tightly with plastic wrap; cut a small slit in the center with the tip of a paring knife to vent excess steam. Microwave on high (at 100 percent power) for 4 minutes in either an 1,100- or a 700-watt oven. Uncover (be careful to avoid the hot steam) and stir. Cover and microwave on high (at 100 percent power) until the macaroni is about two-thirds cooked, a little harder than al dente, 1 1/2 minutes in an 1,100-watt oven or 3 1/2 minutes in a 700-watt oven.
  • Add the remaining cup of milk, American cheese, Jack cheese, Parmesan, cream cheese and mustard. Stir well, cover tightly and microwave on high (at 100 percent power) until all the cheeses have melted, 4 minutes in an 1,100-watt oven or 4 1/2 in a 700-watt oven. Stir until thoroughly combined. If there are still some pieces of unmelted cheese, microwave again, covered, in 30-second increments. (The sauce will continue to thicken as it sits.) If desired, transfer to a decorative dish for serving.

MICROWAVE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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A nice microwave alternative to baked macaroni and cheese. Vary the recipe by using farfalle, fusilli, or rotini pasta. You may add cooked chicken or tuna to this recipe for a more hearty meal.

Provided by Kristin Gowin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 ½ tablespoons chopped onion
16 ounces cubed processed cheese food
¾ cup milk
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a 2-quart microwave-safe covered casserole dish, cook the onions and butter or margarine on high for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the cooked and drained pasta, milk, and cubed cheese and stir. Cook for 11 to 12 minutes on high, stirring well after 4, 8, and 11 minutes. The mixture will still be runny at this stage. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let stand for 5-8 minutes before serving. The sauce will thicken as it cools slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 659.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 1158.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

MICROWAVE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Microwave Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 cups hot water
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine
1/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/3 cup flour
1 1/4 cups milk
8 ounces process American cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt.
  • microwave-safe dish, combine the first seven ingredients.
  • Cover and microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes; stir.
  • Cover and cook at 50% power for 4 minutes for until mixture comes to a boil, roating a half turn once.
  • Combine flour and milk until smooth; stir into macaroni mixture.
  • Add cheese.
  • Cover and cook on high for 6-8 minutes or until the macaroni is tender and sauce is bubbly, rotating a half turn once and stirring every 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.2, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 20.4, Cholesterol 87.7, Sodium 1522.2, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 6.1, Protein 21.9

MICROWAVE MACARONI AND CHEESE FOR ONE



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Use any cheese you want. Today I used 4 cheese Mexican and blue. If I used bland cheese I'd add some sriracha or mustard. The bowl or mug has to be big enough so it doesn't boil over. Microwave time varies on watts.

Provided by sheepdoc

Categories     Cheese

Time 9m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup macaroni
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup cheese
1 -2 teaspoon milk

Steps:

  • Place macaroni and water in a bowl, Stir.
  • Microwave 6 minutes, stir every 2 minutes.
  • Add cheese and milk, stir.
  • Microwave to melt cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.5, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 372.8, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 12.1

MICROWAVE MAC 'N' CHEESE



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Pasta, pronto! Jack Monroe's easiest ever macaroni and cheese makes a delicious solo supper or packed lunch - just pop it in the microwave at work

Provided by Jack Monroe

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Pasta, Supper

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 5

75g macaroni or other pasta
250ml cold chicken stock , milk or water
2 tsp butter
50g cheddar , grated
handful of spinach or 1/2 tsp Marmite (optional)

Steps:

  • Find a mug that holds twice the volume of your dry pasta - the bigger, the better. Add the macaroni and your liquid of choice. Cover with cling film and pierce 3 times. Stand the mug in a microwave-proof bowl to catch any spillages, and cook in the microwave on High for 2 mins. The liquid will bubble up and over the sides, so tip any liquid from the bowl back into the mug (be careful as it will be very hot) and give it a good stir. Leave to stand for 1 min.
  • Repeat twice more or until the pasta is cooked (it may take longer depending on the pasta), then remove from the microwave. Stir through the butter, cheese and spinach or Marmite, if using. The heat from the pasta should melt the cheese and wilt the spinach, but if not, pop back in the microwave for 30 secs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a large microwave-safe bowl: This will allow the macaroni and cheese to cook evenly.
  • Cook the macaroni according to the package directions: This will ensure that it is cooked through.
  • Use a good quality cheese: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the mac and cheese.
  • Season the mac and cheese to taste: Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings to taste.
  • Top the mac and cheese with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and bacon.

Conclusion:

Microwave mac and cheese is a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your own taste. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes in the microwave, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal.

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