SAUCY MAC & CHEESE

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I love the curly noodles in this creamy recipe. Cavatappi (aka cellentani pasta) has a corkscrew shape, but any type of spiral noodle will work. This dish is fun to make and looks so pretty topped with extra cheese and crunchy, golden panko. I like to add ground pepper to my serving. -Sara Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cavatappi or spiral pasta
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 pound Velveeta, cubed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown. Remove to a small bowl and set aside. , In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in Velveeta until melted. , Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture. Cook and stir until heated through, 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 36g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Islam Uddin
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Goget The Potato
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This mac and cheese is delicious! The sauce is so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Snhlanhla Gcwensa
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and satisfying. I love that it's also easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


humbuchris official
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This mac and cheese is the best I've ever had. The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Amg Eminent
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This mac and cheese is amazing! The sauce is so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sarie Correia
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I made this mac and cheese for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky eater son ate two helpings. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish came out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mario Cannon
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and satisfying. I love that it's also easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Ganesh Bibash
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I'm not a big fan of mac and cheese, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This mac and cheese is amazing! The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


daniel Idibua
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This mac and cheese is delicious! The sauce is so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Adil car status
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I made this mac and cheese for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best mac and cheese they've ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Jasmine Baltimore
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and satisfying. I love that it's also easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Safia Makule
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Olaide Owolabi
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This mac and cheese was a hit at my potluck party. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


shanelle bett
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I've tried many mac and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mac and cheese.


Bonang Motau
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I made this mac and cheese for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky eater son ate two helpings. The recipe was easy to follow and the dish came out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Wamiri Oluwawamiri
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This mac and cheese is the best! It's so creamy and cheesy, and the sauce is perfect. I loved the addition of the bacon and breadcrumbs, which gave it a nice crunchy texture.