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Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Velveeta mac and cheese is a creamy, cheesy dish that's always a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 394 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni measured dry, approx. 8 ounces
- 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 cubed
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese about 2 ounces
Topping
- ¼ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon melted salted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- To make the topping, combine breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, and melted butter. Set aside.
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbows al dente (firm) according to package instructions. Drain well, do not rinse.
- Meanwhile, in a separate medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the flour, mustard powder, and onion powder and cook for 1 minute while whisking.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking until smooth after each addition. Once the milk is added, bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat while whisking. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the cubed Velveeta cheese until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and add ½ cup cheddar cheese and the drained pasta. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the macaroni mixture to a 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle with the topping.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through and the topping is golden brown. Do not overcook.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.
- Sharp cheddar can be replaced with other varieties of shredded cheese, such as Swiss or Parmesan.
- Preshredded cheese can be used in this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Calories
394
(20%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Cholesterol
46mg
(15%)
Sodium
764mg
(32%)
Potassium
303mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
746IU
(15%)
Calcium
369mg
(37%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 394
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 394 | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 764mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 303mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 746IU | 15% |
| Calcium | 369mg | 37% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.