Microwave Macaroni and Cheese

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Learn how to cook macaroni in the microwave with this nice 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 heartier meal.

Submitted by kmgowin

Updated on January 21, 2023

close up view of Macaroni and Cheese on a plate

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

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

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni pasta in boiling water until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Place butter and onions in a 2-quart microwave-safe covered casserole dish; cook on high in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes.
Add pasta, cubed cheese, and milk to the casserole dish; stir. Cook on high in the microwave for 11 to 12 minutes, stirring well after 4, 8, and 11 minutes. Mixture will still be runny at this stage. Season with salt and pepper.
Let stand for 5 to 8 minutes before serving; sauce will thicken as it cools.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

659	Calories
35g	Fat
54g	Carbs
31g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 659
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g	45%
Saturated Fat 22g	109%
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 1159mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 54g	20%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 31g	62%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 632mg	49%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 616mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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