Acadia's Velveeta Mac Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with *Acadia's Velveeta Mac Cheese*, a creamy, velvety twist on classic mac and cheese that's perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender elbow macaroni coated in a rich and silky sauce made from melted Velveeta cheese, butter, and a touch of milk, this recipe guarantees a perfectly smooth and luscious texture in every bite. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, it's a no-fuss, flavor-packed dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes. For an extra pop of color and a hint of smokiness, a sprinkle of paprika can be added as a finishing touch. With its quick prep time and irresistibly cheesy goodness, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for mac and cheese lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Want to add this food to your meal log?
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.

Download for FREE Now!

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups Elbow macaroni
16 ounces Velveeta cheese
1 cup Milk
2 tablespoons Butter
1 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook for about 8 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Cut the Velveeta cheese into small cubes for easier melting and add them to the saucepan.

Step 3

Pour in the milk gradually while stirring constantly. Continue stirring until the cheese mixture is fully melted and smooth.

Step 4

Add the salt and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and gently fold until every piece of pasta is coated in the sauce.

Step 6

Serve immediately while hot. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top for a touch of color and flavor.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(933.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2422.9

Total Fat 129.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 411.8mg	0%
Sodium 9244.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 51.8g
Protein 118.2g	0%

Vitamin D 111.8IU	0%
Calcium 2747.0mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 414.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 34.5%