This electric skillet mac and cheese recipe is ultra creamy, cheesy and made entirely in one pan. It's also ready in under 30 minutes. Talk about the ultimate comfort food!
It is a favorite meal or side dish that withstands the test of time. It is delicious on its own, and it can be tweaked to suit the tastes of many different palates.
You can make this dinner at home or on your next camping trip. It goes great with a side of broccoli (check out how to cook broccoli on the grill), BBQ asparagus in foil or a fresh hemp salad.
If you're unfamiliar with this device, check out what an electric skillet is used for or my ceramic electric skillet reviews.
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Key Ingredients
- elbow pasta - Elbow pasta is also known as macaroni.
- cheddar cheese - You can go for mild, medium or sharp. I personally prefer an old cheddar for its tangy, bold flavor. I also suggest you grate it yourself to avoid anti-caking agents and produce a creamier, smoother cheese sauce.
- mustard - I like to use either classic yellow mustard or whole grain Dijon, depending on my mood. Use what you have on hand or skip it if you prefer.
- Parmesan - I also love to add a little Parmesan as a secondary cheese for more flavor. If you really love cheese like me, consider adding mozzarella pearls to your macaroni to amp up the cheese level even more.
*See recipe card for full ingredients/amounts.
Recipe Tweaks
- If you want a simple way to make your mac and cheese a little bit more healthy, try adding some frozen vegetables while you are preparing it.
- Some people like to add bread crumbs to the top for a bit of crunch.
- For those with a palate that craves some spice, try adding buffalo wing sauce to your mac.
As you make your macaroni and cheese, get creative with ways to make it delicious. What do you think would be a good addition to this classic meal? My most creative mac and cheese recipe would be this mac and cheese ice cream.
How to Make Electric Skillet Mac & Cheese
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in the electric skillet.
- Drain the water and reserve the pasta in a bowl, covered with a towel.
- Heat the electric skillet to 375ºF and melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk until well combined and golden - about 30 seconds to 1 minute. This will make a roux (for more information check out How to Make a Roux).
- Add the milk and mustard, and combine well. Continue whisking until it begins to thicken. Turn the skillet down to 250ºF. Add the cheeses and stir until fully melted.
- Add the macaroni to the sauce and mix well to completely cover it with the cheese sauce. Heat through. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve! Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
Chef's Note: Afterwards, check out my tips for how to clean an electric skillet.
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Electric Skillet Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 cup cheddar cheese - grated
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese - grated
- salt and pepper - to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in the electric skillet: Add the water (about 8 cups in a 12" skillet) to the skillet. Heat the electric skillet to the maximum temperature available. Bring the water to a boil, add a pinch of salt and cook pasta until done (about 10 minutes). You can leave the lid slightly open while boiling and keep an eye on it so that it doesn't boil over.1 pound elbow macaroni pasta
- Drain the water and reserve the pasta in a bowl, covered with a towel.
- Heat the electric skillet to 375ºF and melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk until well combined and golden - about 30 seconds to 1 minute.1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon flour
- Add the milk and mustard, and combine well. Continue whisking until it begins to thicken. Turn the skillet down to 250ºF. Add the cheeses and stir until fully melted.1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon mustard, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- Add the macaroni to the sauce and mix well to completely cover it with the cheese sauce. Heat through. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve!
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Notes
- Optional: Once seasoned, you can add a bit more cheese on top and bake with the skillet lid on until melted.
- Spicy Twist: For those with a palate that craves some spice, try adding buffalo wing sauce to your mac and cheese.
- Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
Joss says
Very creamy and yummy. Just perfect for our camping meals.