Velveeta Classic Mac and Cheese

This simple Velveeta mac and cheese recipe is perfect for satisfying your cravings for creamy comfort food.

How to Prepare Velveeta Mac and Cheese

Below, you'll find a complete list of ingredients and detailed instructions. But let's start with the basics:

Ingredients for Velveeta Mac and Cheese

Here are the ingredients you'll need to prepare this creamy Velveeta macaroni and cheese:

• Cooking spray: Spray your casserole dish with cooking spray so it doesn’t stick.  
• Flour and butter: This Velveeta mac and cheese recipe starts with a simple roux of all-purpose flour and butter. 
• Milk: A cup of milk is essential for this smooth and velvety cheese sauce. 
• Velveeta: Of course, you’ll need Velveeta! Cutting the block into cubes ensures even melting. 
• Macaroni: You’ll need two cups of cooked elbow macaroni. 
• Cheddar: Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over macaroni mixture.
• Crackers: A buttery crushed Ritz cracker topping adds welcome crunch. 

How to Prepare Mac and Cheese with Velveeta

Here’s a quick overview of what to expect when making this creamy Velveeta mac and cheese:

1. Create a roux with flour and butter, then gradually add the milk.
2. Once the sauce thickens, stir in the Velveeta cheese and cooked pasta.
3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, topping with Cheddar cheese, melted butter, and crushed crackers.
4. Bake until hot and bubbly.

Recipe Tip

How to Store Velveeta Mac and Cheese

Store your leftover Velveeta mac and cheese in a sealed container for up to five days. To reheat, warm it up in the microwave or on the stove. If it becomes too dry while reheating, just add a splash of milk to restore its creamy consistency.

Dinogo Community Tips and Reviews

“It’s perfect just the way it is,” praises one Dinogo community member. “This is my family’s go-to homemade mac and cheese. I have 6 kids between 10 and 18, and they all love it. I always double the recipe to fit a 9x13 pan.”

“I followed the recipe exactly, except I swapped the cracker topping for French’s fried onions,” says SandyMom. “We loved it, and I’m making it again for a Christmas party because I know it will be a big hit!”

“The only modification I made was to adjust the measurements for a larger batch,” shares Brian Lippa. “It turned out amazing! I added bacon, but I think kielbasa sausage would be a great addition too.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

• cooking spray

• 3 tablespoons butter

• ¼ cup flour

• 1 cup milk

• ½ pound Velveeta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

• 2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

• ½ cup Kraft shredded Cheddar cheese

• 6 Ritz crackers, crushed

• 5 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.

Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly, and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens.

Add the Velveeta cheese and cook, stirring until melted, about 3 minutes. Then, stir in the cooked macaroni.

Spoon the cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with Cheddar cheese. Combine melted butter and cracker crumbs, then sprinkle the mixture over the casserole.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutritional Information (per serving)