Cheesy Velveeta and Shells
This mac and cheese is creamy, cheesy and ready in 30 minutes with minimal cleanup. The combination of Velveeta and sharp cheddar gives you that perfect silky texture that kids love but with enough flavor to keep adults happy.
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Ingredients
Ingredients (~6 servings)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp paprika
- 3/4 tsp mustard powder
- 3 cups uncooked medium shells
- 12 oz Velveeta cheese cut into small cubes
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add water, cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and mustard powder to a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Whisk until spices dissolve.
- Once boiling, add pasta and stir well.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
- Turn off heat and stir in Velveeta cubes until melted.
- Add sharp cheddar and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
Keep some creamy liquid in the pot while cooking pasta to prevent drying out.
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