Creamiest Velveeta Mac and Cheese (Best Results)
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
regular or gluten free
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten frea all-purpose flour
I recommend Cup4Cup brand for GF flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- dash pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta
cut in small cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
optional
Directions
- 1
Spray a 11X7 or 2 ½ quart casserole dish with cooking spray. Set aside. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- 2
Cook the macaroni according to the directions for almost al dente (about 1 minute less). The macaroni will finish cooking in the oven once it’s assembled. Drain and set aside. (See recipe notes for gluten free adaptation.)
- 3
Melt the butter in large saucepan over medium heat. As soon as the butter is melted, whisk in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 30 seconds - 1 minute, or until mixture bubbles.
- 4
Slowly whisk the milk into butter / flour mixture and bring to a boil. Boil for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened.
- 5
Reduce heat to low and gradually add chopped Velveeta cheese, a handful at a time. Stir until the cheese is melted and sauce is smooth, about 5 minutes. Stir in cooked macaroni.
- 6
Transfer combined mac and cheese to prepared casserole dish. Top with optional cheddar cheese, and bake for 30 minutes, or until cheese topping is melted and mac and cheese is bubbly.
Creamiest Velveeta Mac and Cheese (Best Results)
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate comfort food that brings everyone to the table? This Creamiest Velveeta Mac and Cheese is the easy, from-scratch recipe your family will adore. It’s the kind of dish that disappears quickly, leaving everyone satisfied.
What makes this mac and cheese truly stand out is its unparalleled creaminess, thanks to the star ingredient: Velveeta. Combined with a simple butter and flour roux, it creates a luscious, smooth cheese sauce that coats every single noodle, ensuring a velvety texture in every bite. This approach delivers a comforting baked mac and cheese experience that feels both homemade and effortlessly delicious.
Prepare for a truly indulgent experience. You'll bite into tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a rich, velvety smooth cheese sauce that’s perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and a dash of pepper. The Velveeta provides that distinct, melt-in-your-mouth creaminess, while the optional shredded cheddar cheese on top bakes into a delightful golden crust, adding an extra layer of cheesy goodness and texture. This is classic, crowd-pleasing comfort food at its finest, easy enough for a weeknight but special enough for any gathering.
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable. To make it gluten-free, simply use gluten-free elbow macaroni and gluten-free all-purpose flour; the recipe notes specifically recommend Cup4Cup brand for the best gluten-free flour results. For those looking for different preparation methods, the original recipe notes also mention that pressure cooker or stovetop directions are available, offering versatility beyond baking.
Serve this incredibly creamy mac and cheese as the star of a family dinner, a satisfying side dish, or the ultimate potluck offering. It’s perfect for cozy evenings when only the best comfort food will do.