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Cheesy Ramen Noodles

Melting cheese in ramen makes for an extremely simple and delicious spin on typical ramen noodles that can be easily made in the college environment.
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Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1 people
Calories 443.7 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan Medium-sized, for boiling water and cooking noodles
  • 1 Strainer For draining the noodles efficiently
  • 1 Spatula or Stirring Spoon For mixing in the seasoning and cheese
  • 1 Measuring Cup For accurate water measurement

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 3 ounce package any flavor ramen noodles
  • 1 slice American cheese

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add ramen noodles and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Pour out water, then stir in seasoning packet and cheese until well blended. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

While American cheese melts incredibly smoothly, consider upgrading to a good quality processed cheese like Velveeta for a richer, more complex cheesy flavor, or even a blend of cheddar and mozzarella for a more artisanal touch. For an even creamier result, drain most of the water, but leave a tablespoon or two, then add a splash of milk or cream along with the cheese and seasoning packet, stirring continuously over low heat until a thick sauce forms. Be mindful of the sodium content from the seasoning packet; you might want to use only half if adding additional savory ingredients. Freshly cracked black pepper or a dash of hot sauce can elevate the simple flavor profile significantly.