How to Prepare Half a Box of Macaroni and Cheese

A typical box of macaroni and cheese has "about 4 servings per container". Unless you're starving, this is just too much for one person. But with a little forethought and effort, you can prepare half a box.

Steps

1
Fill a small pot with water and set on medium/high to boil while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
2
Measure out just under 2/3 cups of dry macaroni.

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3
Once the water starts boiling, pour in the dry macaroni and set a timer for seven minutes though it may take longer-check for doneness & stir frequently.
4
Measure out 2 tablespoon (29.6 ml) of milk and 1/2 TBSP of margarine or butter (or 2 TBSP margarine or butter for "classic prep").
5
Rip off the top of the packet of cheese sauce mix and measure out 2 TBS of powdered cheese sauce mix (there are 4 TBSP in each packet, so we're only using half).
6
After the macaroni has cooked, pour out the excess water, using a large spoon to prevent the noodles from falling into the sink or use a colander to drain then return noodles to pan. Then add the milk, margarine/butter and cheese sauce mix.
7
Stir until mixed and enjoy!

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Community Q&A

Question

Are the noodles smaller?

Community Answer

No, the noodles are the same size whether you make one box or a half box.

Warnings

Be sure to close the bag of remaining cheese sauce tightly, and use it within a few days to a week to avoid it spoiling. Refrigerating the bag will help keep it safe longer.

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