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Microwave Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese
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Microwave Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese

Microwave Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese made with beef meatballs and homemade mac and cheese with real cheese sauce in just minutes.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Microwave Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 338kcal
Author: Dorm Room Cook Staff

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dried elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup cheddar , shredded
  • 2 frozen beef meatballs , chopped
  • 1 slice American cheese
  • ketchup (optional)
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Mix pasta, water and salt in a deep cereal bowl.
  • Microwave for 2 minutes.
  • Mix well and microwave for 2 more minutes (check if it boils - if it boils over stop microwave immediately to stir).
  • Check to make sure there is enough water (add 1/4 cup water if it is dry)
  • Mix again and microwave another 2 minutes
  • Check for doneness here, microwave one more time if needed.
  • Add in the milk, meatballs, and cheddar cheese, stirring well.
  • Microwave for 1 minute until meatballs are warmed through.
  • If the cheese doesn’t melt all the way, you can microwave for 45 seconds then stir again.
  • Top with American cheese and any toppings you want.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 668mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 432IU | Calcium: 355mg | Iron: 1mg