One-Pot Bone Broth Mac & Cheese

This is my favorite way to sneak some extra protein and nutrients into mac & cheese and its only FOUR ingredients!!! My kids are obsessed and they don't even notice the difference. Also- bone broth is super thick and flavorful and amps up the flavor and glossy, creamy factors of mac & cheese, it's a great addition!! We seriously meal prep this every week!! When I initially posted this on Instagram, it blew up and had millions of views, so I wanted to create a legit blog post for those of you that prefer recipes to have a home online instead of an in an Instagram post!!

In my house and for this recipe, 1/2 lb of pasta (half a standard box) makes two large servings, or 3-4 smaller side dishes.

WHAT YOU NEED

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 lb mini rotelle pasta (choo choo wheels)
• 16 oz chicken bone broth (You may need more if you use a different pasta shape so have extra ready to go.)
• optional seasonings: 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup of freshly grated cheddar cheese

WHAT TO DO

1. Melt the butter (and optional seasonings) in a skillet and add the pasta. Cook for a few minutes on low heat until most of the butter is absorbed.
2. Add the bone broth (it should be enough to just barely cover all the pasta) and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook until the pasta is al dente and until about 80% of the liquid is absorbed.
3. Stir in the heavy cream. Then, add in the cheese a few handfuls at a time. Mix after each cheese addition to ensure that it melts evenly into the pasta. 
4. Once everything is melted and looking creamy, scoop into bowls and serve! I like to top with parm and freshly cracked black pepper.