Best 5 Velveeta Shells And Cheese Recipes

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Velveeta shells and cheese is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender shells, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner option or a side dish for a potluck, velveeta shells and cheese is always a great choice. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious dish!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK SHELLS AND CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound mini shells pasta
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack
8 ounces processed cheese, such as Velveeta, diced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Heat the milk and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Stir in the pepper, salt and seasoned salt. Drain the pasta, and stir it into the cheese sauce. Serve immediately.

VELVEETA® DOWN-HOME MACARONI AND CHEESE



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If you're looking for a mac and cheese recipe with the perfect balance of cheesy and creamy, the search ends here.

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter, divided
¼ cup flour
1 cup milk
½ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
½ cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
6 RITZ Crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with Cheddar. Melt remaining butter; toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 869.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

VELVEETA NACHO BAKE



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This VELVEETA Nacho Bake is hearty with salsa, sour cream and ground beef-all covered with a topping of cheesy crushed tortilla chips.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg. (12 oz.) VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
3/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
3/4 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup coarsely crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package. While Macaroni is cooking, cook meat with taco seasoning as directed on package.
  • Stir sour cream into prepared Dinner. Spoon half the Dinner mixture into 8-inch square baking dish; top with layers of meat mixture, half the cheddar and remaining Dinner mixture. Cover.
  • Bake 15 min. Top with salsa, remaining cheddar and crushed chips; bake, uncovered, 5 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1180 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 26 g

VELVEETA SHELLS AND CHEESE CHEESEBURGER MAC RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Velveeta Shells and Cheese Cheeseburger Mac Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by Bettybug

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup milk
1/3 cup ketchup
1 (12-ounce) package Velveeta Shells & Cheese Dinner
1 large tomato, chopped
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Add water, milk and ketchup; mix well. Bring to boil. Stir in Shell Macaroni; return to boil. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in Cheese Sauce, tomatoes and onions; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally. Prepare Tipi-BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Mac as directed, substituting 1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce for ketchup. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Pieces just before serving.

VELVEETA SHELLS & CHEESE CHEESEBURGER MAC



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Get a leg up on cheeseburger mac with VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner. Add ground beef, tomatoes & more for this VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Cheeseburger Mac.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb. lean ground beef
2-1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard
1 Tbsp. onion powder
1 pkg. (12 oz.) VELVEETA Shells & Cheese Dinner
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 large tomato, chopped
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Return meat to skillet.
  • Add milk, ketchup, mustard and onion powder; mix well. Bring to boil. Stir in Shell Pasta; return to boil. Cover; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in Cheese Sauce and sour cream until blended. Add tomatoes and onions; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 26 g

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated cheese. Pre-shredded cheese contains cellulose, a preservative that can make the cheese sauce grainy. For the best results, grate your own cheese using a box grater or food processor.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be tender but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and absorb too much of the cheese sauce.
  • Make a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. It helps to create a smooth and creamy sauce that is not too thick or thin.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the dish. Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor, such as sharp cheddar, Gruyère, or Fontina.
  • Season the cheese sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Velveeta Shells and Cheese is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and creamy Velveeta Shells and Cheese that your family and friends will love.

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