Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our creamy Velveeta Mac and Cheese. This rich and cheesy dish combines smooth Velveeta and sharp cheddar cheese with perfectly cooked elbow macaroni, creating a delightful casserole that’s ideal for family gatherings, cozy nights in, or potlucks. With its quick preparation and customizable options, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste, whether you’re adding crispy bacon, sautéed veggies, or a spicy kick. Enjoy this classic American dish that’s sure to warm hearts and satisfy cravings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, mix Panko bread crumbs, shredded cheddar, and melted butter for the topping; set aside.
- Boil salted water in a medium saucepan; cook elbow macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, mustard powder, and onion powder for about a minute. Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and stir in cubed Velveeta until melted and creamy. Mix in the shredded cheddar.
- Combine pasta with the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish; sprinkle topping evenly over the mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg