Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with this Ramen Noodle Mac and Cheese recipe. Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying, it’s a quick and easy dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Ramen Noodles: Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until sauce thickens, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add cooked ramen noodles to the cheese sauce and stir to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Garnish with chopped chives if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra texture, top with toasted breadcrumbs and broil for 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Swap cheddar with pepper jack for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
