Tiffany Haney
Mac and cheese is a beloved comfort food for many, and it's surprisingly easy to make in a coffee pot! While it may seem unconventional, cooking mac and cheese in a coffee pot is a fun and creative way to prepare this classic dish when you don't have access to a stove or oven. In this method, you'll use the coffee maker's hot plate and drip function to cook the pasta and melt the cheese, creating a delicious and gooey mac and cheese. So, get ready to impress your friends with this unique cooking technique and enjoy a hearty meal straight from the coffee pot!
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Put the pasta in the pot |
| Step 2 | Add a teaspoon of salt to the dry pasta |
| Step 3 | Add water to the coffee maker and turn it on to drip on the pasta. Cooking time is twice as long as the box says (about 20 minutes) |
| Step 4 | Cut up the butter |
| Step 5 | Decant the water off the pasta |
| Step 6 | Cover the pot with aluminum foil and place it on the coffee maker hot plate |
| Step 7 | After about an hour, stir the pot and serve when the cheese is melted |
| Ingredients | Noodles, cheese, milk, butter, salt, pepper, ground beef, bacon, ham, Canadian bacon, vegetables |
| Notes | The coffee maker does not reach the boiling point. The coffee pot can be used to heat water for cooking pasta |
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What You'll Learn
Prepare the coffee pot
To prepare the coffee pot, start by removing the coffee filters and filter holder from the machine. This will allow the water to run directly into your chosen container. Make sure to take out the small plug piece from the bottom of the coffee maker, as leaving it in will cause the water to spill out.
Next, fill the coffee pot with water, just as you would when making coffee. Place a container under the spout to collect the water. It is important to ensure that the container can straddle the warmer, or you may need to hold it with oven mitts to prevent burns.
Once the container is in place, turn on the coffee maker and let the water drip into the container. After collecting the water, pour it into a separate pan on the stove. The amount of water required may vary depending on the number of servings you are preparing. As a general rule, maintain a 2:1 ratio of water to noodles.
Now, it's time to add the pasta to the coffee pot. For half a box of pasta, use about half a teaspoon of salt. You can adjust the amount of salt according to your taste preferences.
Finally, return the container of water to the stove and heat it. This water will be used to cook the pasta. Remember to cook the pasta until it is just shy of al dente, as it will continue to cook in the cheese sauce later.
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Add pasta, salt, and water
Now, it's time to add the pasta, salt, and water. Firstly, place the pasta in the pot. You can use any type of pasta you like—elbow, shell, bow tie, rotini, and so on. For the amount, a good rule of thumb is to use a 2:1 water-to-noodles ratio. So, if you're using 2 cups of water, use 1 cup of noodles.
Next, add a teaspoon of salt to the dry pasta. You can add more or less salt depending on your preference. Once you've added the salt, it's time to add the water. Pour the water directly into the coffee maker, just as you would if you were making coffee. Make sure to remove any coffee filters or the coffee filter holder so that the water runs straight into the pot.
If you want to avoid using the coffee maker to heat the water, you can heat it separately on a grill, stove, or toaster oven and then transfer it to the pot. It's important to note that coffee makers might not reach the boiling point, so transferring pre-boiled water might be necessary.
Now, turn on the coffee maker and let the water drip onto the pasta. The cooking time will be longer than if you were cooking on a stove, about twice as long as the box instructions, and the texture might be a bit weird, but it will get the job done!
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Cook pasta
To cook pasta in a coffee pot, follow these steps:
First, fill the coffee pot with water, just as you would when making coffee. Ensure you remove the coffee filters and filter holder so that the water runs directly into your container. Place a suitable container, such as a pan, under the coffee maker to collect the water.
Next, boil the pasta in the water. You can add a pinch of salt to the water before boiling to enhance the flavour. It is important to stir the pasta while it cooks to ensure it cooks evenly. You can also add the pasta to the coffee pot itself and pour water over it, ensuring the water covers the pasta.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain the water using a strainer or colander. Keep the pasta separate from the water to avoid it becoming soggy. You can also use the pasta water later in your recipe, as it contains starch that can help create a creamy sauce.
Now, you can begin making your mac and cheese sauce. Return the pasta to the pan and add butter, milk, and cheese. Stir the ingredients together over low heat until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy. You can adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more milk or water if it becomes too thick.
Finally, combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, stirring gently to ensure even coverage. You can add salt, pepper, or other seasonings to taste.
Enjoy your coffee pot mac and cheese!
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Drain water, add cheese and milk
Once the pasta is cooked, drain the water using a strainer or colander. If you don't have a strainer or colander, you can use a lid held tight against the pan as you slowly and carefully tip the pan on its side.
Return the pasta to the pan and add the cheese. The amount of cheese you add will depend on your personal preference. For a single serving, a few tablespoons of shredded cheese should be enough. Turn the burner on low to help the cheese melt, but be careful, as cheese burns quickly!
Next, add milk. Start with about three tablespoons and stir. You can add more milk depending on how thick or runny you want the sauce to be. If you want a creamier sauce, consider using evaporated milk, which contains protein micelles that help keep the sauce smooth and creamy.
At this point, you can add salt or pepper, or any other seasonings to taste.
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Stir and serve
Once your macaroni is cooked, it's time to stir in the cheese and serve. Drain the noodles using a strainer or colander, and keep them out of the pan they cooked in. Return the noodles to the pan, then add your cheese. You can use shredded cheese, or try mozzarella or havarti. Add butter, and stir with a spoon. You can turn the burner on low to help the cheese melt, but be careful, as cheese burns quickly!
Add milk, stirring as you do so. You can add more milk depending on how thick or runny you like your sauce. If you've taken the macaroni off the heat too early and it's too runny, just pop it back on the stove. If you've left it a little too long and it's too thick, add a splash of milk or water to thin it out. You can also add salt or pepper, or other seasonings, to taste.
When serving, spoon the mac and cheese onto plates or into bowls. You can also add breadcrumbs to the top of your mac and cheese for a crunchy texture. Mix panko breadcrumbs with butter and parmesan, then take the pot off the stove before it’s done, but after enough sauce has reduced so the breadcrumbs will stay on top. Pop it under the grill for a few minutes.
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