CRAFTIER THAN KRAFT MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This doctored up version of boxed mac and cheese is quick and easy, but good enough to pass off as home-made. RECIPE CORRECTION SUBMITTED TO CORRECT TYPO ON THE MILK. :)

Provided by CookETC

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7 1/4 ounce) box Kraft macaroni and cheese (or any brand powdered cheese type mac and cheese)
2 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
2 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed (or any brand processed cheese spread)
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
seasoning salt
parsley
garlic powder (optional)
shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)
paprika

Steps:

  • Boil salted water and cook the macaroni.
  • In a microwaveble bowl, add cream cheese and milk.
  • Microwave the cream cheese and milk for about 20 or 30 seconds then stir well so that the cream cheese is melted.
  • Drain macaroni and put it back in the pot.
  • Add the powder cheese from the box, melted cream cheese/milk combination, butter, Velveeta and cheddar cheese.
  • Add seasoning salt, parsley and garlic powder (if you choose to use it).
  • Cook over medium heat until all cheese is melted (add small amounts of milk as needed to keep the consitency you like).
  • Sprinkle with paprika and serve -- OR top with more shredded Cheddar and bake at 350 degrees for about 5-7 minutes, then sprinkle with paprika before serving.

Munashe Chifamba
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that it's made with real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lucille Olivier
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I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little b


Md Eabrame
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I was looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that was easy to make and didn't require a lot of ingredients. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. It's so simple to make, and it turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Atif Nawaz
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little bit of a kick.


Malaika Iqbal
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Biru Lopchan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that it's made with real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


ZEESHAN RASOOL
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I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little b


Daniel Jackson
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I was looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that was easy to make and didn't require a lot of ingredients. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. It's so simple to make, and it turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Felisha Garza
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little bit of a kick.


kizito Joseph
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abuchi Nweze
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that it's made with real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aaron Z
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I'm always looking for new macaroni and cheese recipes, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little b


Md Saifullah All kafi
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I was looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that was easy to make and didn't require a lot of ingredients. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. It's so simple to make, and it turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Samuel Gichuki
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This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Vatiz Raja
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that it's made with real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture.


Jason Schrock
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family. I love that it's made with real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


numedeutilizator004
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Akamumpa Mavius
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This is my new go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love that I can customize it with different cheeses and toppings. My favorite is to add a layer of bacon and jalapeƱos.


Taehyung Mildred
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I was skeptical at first, but this recipe really is better than Kraft macaroni and cheese. It's more flavorful and has a better texture. I especially like the addition of the Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper. It gives the dish a little bit of a kick.


Finu linu
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a game-changer! It's so much better than the Kraft version, and it's really easy to make. I love that it uses real cheese and milk, and the panko bread crumbs add a nice crunchy texture. I'll definitely be making th


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