How to Make Easy No-Boil Macaroni and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is beloved by both kids and adults alike. There's something incredibly satisfying about indulging in a rich and creamy bowl of cheesy pasta, and it's a dish that never fails to hit the spot. But for many home cooks, the thought of making homemade macaroni and cheese can be daunting, as it often involves a laborious process of boiling pasta, making a roux, and carefully combining the two to create the perfect creamy sauce.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (12 ounce) container small curd cottage cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • water to cover
  • bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a deep 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Mix macaroni, cheese, and cottage cheese in a large bowl. Pour water into the dish just to cover noodles and cheese. Dot with butter. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over top.
  • Bake until macaroni is tender, and cheese is melted, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    474 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 668mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Calcium: 468mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 179mg