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Homemade Box Mac and Cheese
8m
Serves 1
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Directions
1
Add two tablespoons of cheese powder to the bottom of a pint-sized jar.
2
Add a half tablespoon of corn starch to the jar.
3
Add a quarter teaspoon of salt to the jar.
4
Add a quarter teaspoon of garlic powder to the jar.
5
Add a quarter teaspoon of pepper to the jar (optional).
6
Add one and a quarter cup of your preferred pasta to the jar.
7
Seal the jar with a lid; you can use just the ring and band or vacuum seal it for longer storage.
8
To cook, add the contents of the jar, 1 1/4 cup water, and 2 tbsp butter to a small pot.
9
Bring the mixture to a boil.
10
Reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until the pasta has absorbed all of the liquid.
11
Stir in 1/4 cup milk and cook until you have a creamy, thick sauce.
12
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Ingredients
2 tbsp cheese powder
0.5 tbsp corn starch
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp pepper
1.25 cup pasta
1.25 cup water
2 tbsp butter
0.25 cup milk
shredded cheese
Equipment
pint-sized jars
four jars lids
vacuum sealer
small pot
Tips
You can make cheese powder yourself or buy some.
You can use fun-shaped noodles, but elbow or shell noodles are recommended.
Vacuum sealing the jars is recommended for storage longer than a month.
Add extra shredded cheese if desired.
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