Down Home Macaroni Cheese By Kraft Recipe

This creamy, dreamy macaroni and cheese recipe is a crowd-pleaser that's been given a healthy twist! Using reduced-fat milk, light cheese, and a touch of cleverness, we've created a lighter version of a classic comfort food that's just as satisfying. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or a weeknight treat, this mac and cheese is even better the next day – try it mixed with cooked ground beef or tuna for a hearty meal. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 402.4 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Down Home Macaroni Cheese By Kraft

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups fat-free milk
  • 1 (10 ounce) package Velveeta light cheese
  • 1 (16 ounce) package Kraft reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 pound cooked macaroni
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs

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How to Make Down Home Macaroni Cheese By Kraft

  1. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
  2. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  4. Gradually whisk in 3 cups fat-free milk, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
  5. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 (16 ounce) package Kraft reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese and 1 (10 ounce) package Velveeta light cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Stir in 1 pound cooked macaroni.
  8. Pour macaroni and cheese mixture into a lightly greased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  9. Melt 1 tablespoon butter. Combine with 1/2 cup bread crumbs.
  10. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
  11. Sprinkle with an additional 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  12. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

54g

Carbs

12g