Almost Blue Box Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

This creamy, dreamy mac and cheese recipe elevates the classic boxed version with fresh ingredients and a touch of homemade goodness! Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it's surprisingly easy to make and tastes infinitely better than the blue box. We use high-quality cheddar cheese powder for a bold, cheesy flavor. Get ready for a cheesy explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 316.1 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almost Blue Box Macaroni And Cheese

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How to Make Almost Blue Box Macaroni And Cheese

  1. Cook 1 pound of elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Drain the noodles thoroughly and set aside.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same pot you cooked the noodles in over medium heat.
  4. Whisk in 2 cups of milk (whole milk recommended for creaminess).
  5. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of cheddar cheese powder, stirring constantly until smooth and melted. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
  6. Add the cooked noodles to the cheese sauce and stir gently to coat evenly.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy! Garnish with extra cheese powder or fresh chives, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

40g

Carbs

13g