Air Fryer Mac and Cheese:
Ingredients:
1.5 cups macaroni noodles, uncooked
1 cup water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
4 oz gouda cheese, shredded
4 oz colby or cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Equipment:
Air fryer
7-inch air fryer pan or suitable dish
Instructions:
Preheat the Air Fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the Macaroni:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the macaroni noodles and water. Microwave on high for about 5-6 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the noodles are cooked but still firm. Drain any excess water.
Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
In a separate saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Gradually add the shredded gouda and colby or cheddar cheese to the hot cream, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine Macaroni and Cheese Sauce:
In the air fryer pan or suitable dish, mix together the cooked macaroni noodles and the cheese sauce until well combined.
Air Fry the Mac and Cheese:
Place the pan in the preheated air fryer.
Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the mac and cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top. You can check it halfway through and gently stir if needed.
Serve:
Once done, carefully remove the pan from the air fryer.
Serve the air fryer mac and cheese hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Air Fryer Mac and Cheese!
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
Calories: Approximately 478 kcal
Total Fat: Approximately 34g
Saturated Fat: Approximately 20g
Cholesterol: Approximately 108mg
Sodium: Approximately 914mg
Total Carbohydrates: Approximately 25g
Dietary Fiber: Approximately 1g
Sugars: Approximately 2g
Protein: Approximately 18g
Notes:
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.
The heavy whipping cream and cheese contribute to the calorie and fat content of this dish.
You can adjust the portion sizes and ingredients to better fit your dietary preferences and needs.