Easy One-Pan White Cheddar Mac and Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
• 2.5 cups milk
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup margarine
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
• 0.25 cup panko bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup real bacon bits
• 1 tablespoon snipped chives

Instructions

1. In a Dutch oven, combine macaroni, milk, water, garlic salt, and salt over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until macaroni is soft and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 7 to 10 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and stir in margarine and black pepper until melted. Stir in Cheddar cheese and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
3. Sprinkle bread crumbs, remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon bits evenly over the mac and cheese.
4. Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the broiler.
5. Broil until the topping is lightly browned and crispy, approximately 1 to 3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chives and serve immediately for the best flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 585 kcal
• Fat Content: 26 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 7 g
• Sodium Content: 1116 mg
• Protein Content: 27 g
• Cholesterol Content: 54 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 64 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g