Get ready to experience a mouthwatering journey down memory lane with the most creamy, comforting mac and cheese recipe that defined countless childhood dinners! This isn't just another mac and cheese recipe - it's a time machine on a plate that captures the pure, unapologetic deliciousness of those magical moments when a simple dish could make everything feel perfect. Whether you're craving a taste of nostalgia or looking to recreate a classic comfort food, this Velveeta Mac and Cheese will have you swooning with every cheesy, golden bite!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to package directions, typically 8-10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat until it becomes smooth and liquid.
- Cube the Velveeta cheese into small, even-sized pieces to ensure smooth melting.
- Once the butter is melted, add the milk to the pan and stir gently to combine with the butter.
- Gradually add the cubed Velveeta cheese to the milk and butter mixture, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
- Drain the cooked macaroni in a colander, shaking off excess water.
- Pour the hot cheese sauce over the drained macaroni and stir thoroughly to coat every pasta piece evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to distribute the seasoning.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy, enjoying the nostalgic comfort food.
Tips
- Always use freshly cubed Velveeta for the smoothest, most luxurious cheese sauce.
- Keep the heat on medium-low when melting cheese to prevent scorching and ensure a silky texture.
- Stir your pasta frequently while cooking to prevent sticking and achieve perfect al dente consistency.
- For extra creaminess, let the cheese sauce sit for a minute after melting to develop a richer flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot to enjoy the maximum cheese stretch and creamy goodness.
- Optional: For a nostalgic touch, sprinkle some breadcrumbs on top or add a dash of paprika for extra flavor.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 60mg
