Kraft's Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Kraft's Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese, the perfect blend of creamy, velvety cheese sauce and tender elbow macaroni. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, elevates traditional mac and cheese with its rich, pre-prepared cheese packet, making it a no-fuss meal the whole family will love. Optional additions of milk and unsalted butter can enhance the dish’s creaminess and flavor, making it irresistibly smooth and indulgent. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this classic dish serves four and pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or your favorite protein. Perfect for busy schedules, minimal cleanup, and endless cheesy satisfaction!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 box Kraft Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese
6 cups Water
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (optional, for extra flavor)
2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for creaminess)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan over high heat.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, carefully add the macaroni from the box to the saucepan.

Step 3

Stir gently to prevent the macaroni from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Cook the macaroni, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until tender.

Step 5

Drain the macaroni in a colander. Do not rinse.

Step 6

Return the macaroni to the saucepan and place it over low heat.

Step 7

Squeeze the included cheese sauce packet over the macaroni, ensuring all the sauce is used.

Step 8

For added creaminess, stir in 2 tablespoons of milk and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter (optional).

Step 9

Mix everything thoroughly until the macaroni is evenly coated with cheese sauce and heated through.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your creamy and delicious Kraft Deluxe Macaroni and Cheese!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1899.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1619.8

Total Fat 71.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 144.4mg	0%
Sodium 2857.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 41.2g	0%

Vitamin D 33.3IU	0%
Calcium 730.7mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 852.0mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 47.3%