High Protein Boxed Mac and Cheese
Using bone broth instead of water is such an easy way to boost the protein content in your mac and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 box Macaroni and Cheese I used Goodles brand
- 1.25 cups Low Sodium Bone Broth 1.25 cups of broth for every 6 ounces of noodles
- 1/4 tsp Milk only if your boxed mac and cheese asks for it
- 1/2 lb Meat optional
Instructions
- If you are using meat, cook the meat first with your favorite seasoning. Be mindful of the salt because the mac and cheese is already salty and so is the bone broth.
- Add the noodles and bone broth to the pot. Please note that I use a brand that has 6oz of pasta. If you are using a brand that has 12oz in the box, you should double your bone broth. There should be enough broth to just cover your noodles slightly. It is ok if a few noodles are poking out.
- Boil on medium heat and stir frequently. Once the liquid has been almost completely absorbed, the noodles should be tender. Do not drain anything.
- Turn off your heat, add your milk (if required), and your cheese packet. Mix well and enjoy.
Notes
If you want to use a full lb of meat, you can always use two boxes of macaroni and cheese and double the bone broth.