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Best Baked Mac and Cheese with Velveeta

This baked mac and cheese recipe features creamy Velveeta and sharp cheddar for a comforting and delicious dish. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 cups elbow pasta
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp plain flour
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • to taste Salt optional
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 8 oz velveeta cheese cut in cubes
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Add Velveeta and cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
  4. Combine cheese sauce with cooked pasta. Pour into a baking dish.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

For a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.