How to Make Easiest Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by families for generations. It's a dish that brings back memories of childhood, where creamy and cheesy pasta was a staple on the dinner table. Whether it's for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, macaroni and cheese never fails to satisfy our cravings for something warm, comforting, and indulgent. While there are countless variations of this beloved dish, today we will be sharing the easiest homestyle macaroni and...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages elbow macaroni
  • 2 (15 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce
  • 1 (1 pound) package processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • dry bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 10 1/2x13 1/2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; stir 1 teaspoon salt and vegetable oil into boiling water. Gradually stir macaroni into the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until macaroni are tender but still slightly firm, about 10 minutes. Drain well and pour macaroni into prepared baking dish.
  • Pour Alfredo sauce into a 3-quart microwave-safe bowl and stir processed cheese into sauce; microwave on 60 percent power for 6 minutes. Stir sauce mixture and microwave for 5 more minutes on 60 percent power. Season with black pepper and paprika. Stir 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese into mixture until cheese has melted and sauce is thick and smooth.
  • Pour half the cheese sauce over macaroni and stir to coat; pour in remaining cheese mixture and stir again. Spread remaining shredded sharp Cheddar cheese over macaroni. Top casserole with bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Broil casserole under oven's broiler for 3 to 4 minutes if you like a browned top. Let macaroni and cheese stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    479 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 997mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 311mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 203mg