Just the very thought of gooey pasta and cheese makes us feel comforted and happy! Next time you want a bowl of love, whip up our quick-and-easy cheat’s mac ‘n’ cheese.

SERVES 2 // COOKING TIME 30 min

INGREDIENTS
300 g cream cheese
150 g Cheddar, grated
1 tbsp chopped chives
½ tsp English mustard
300 g macaroni, cooked
2 tbsp breadcrumbs

METHOD
1. Place the cream cheese and 100 g Cheddar in a pot. Melt gently, then stir in the chives and mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Stir the melted cheese into the cooked pasta. Place in an ovenproof dish. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar and the breadcrumbs.
3. Grill for 5 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.