Remove from the heat, drain and return to the pan; stir in the butter and egg until pasta is evenly coated.

Place foil muffin liner in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. Easy Mac and Cheese Cups Recipe. Cook macaroni as directed on package; drain, and set aside. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Spray liners with cooking spray. Add the macaroni and cook for about 8 minutes, it should still be a little bit firm. I love feeding my kids non-processed foods if it all possible. Meanwhile, in 4-quart saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. I sometimes buy the store bought easy mac and cheese cups because my 5 year old loves super cheesy macaroni from the bottom of her bitty heart. BUT I am a REAL MOM! Heat oven to 425°F. It makes me feel better inside to know that I am not pumping them full of junk.