Velveeta Macaroni and Cheese With Ground Beef

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Published on September 4, 2014 | Updated on April 15, 2022 by

One of our favorite weeknight meals, this easy cheesy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese can be on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes.

Easy, Cheesy and Full of Flavor

This is it, y'all! The dinner that's always a winner! Easy, cheesy, and full of flavor, we make this creamy mac & cheese at least once a week and it never ceases to satisfy. One pot and less than 30 minutes is all it takes to have this tasty meal on the table for the whole family to enjoy… It's so creamy and dreamy and makes for great leftovers, if you're lucky enough to have any! It's not just our boys that love this mac & cheese, Brandon and I crave it all the time too! It's great served as the main dish with a side salad or some veggies and also goes perfectly as a side dish to some barbequed meat.

I love using the large, thick cavatappi pasta for this creamy stovetop mac and cheese recipe because that shape of noodles is easier for the boys to pick up with their forks and it holds the thick cheese sauce so well, but feel free to use your family's favorite pasta! A blend of cheddar (you can use sharp cheddar, extra-sharp cheddar cheese for even more flavor. White cheddar works, too!) and American cheese means it's the meltiest, most flavorful mac and cheese around.

How to Make Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

In a large pot or Dutch oven, first boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, onion powder, salt and pepper.

In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and then whisk in the flour mixture, a little at a time, continuously whisking until the mixture is thick and starts to turn light brown, about a minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to whisk until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3 minutes.

Turn the heat to low and add the cheeses, whisking until melted. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk. If the sauce is too thin, add some more cheese until of desired consistency. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

Stir in the cooked pasta until thoroughly coated. Serve and enjoy!

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These family-style dinners will fill 'em up with comfort and good food! The Best Beef Stew is a hearty, warm meal that's made with fresh ingredients and whole lotta love. With warm and cheesy stovetop macaroni and endless toppings like chicken nuggets, cooked bacon, green peas and broccoli florets, this Mac and Cheese Board is about as flexible as comfort food gets! Gather the family around the table for the comfort of a hot, delicious meal with my Crowd-Pleasing Turkey Lasagna. Fresh herbs, creamy cheeses, and ground turkey make this pasta dish a labor of love that everyone will enjoy.

With school back in session and football season upon us, I have a feeling this yummy Mac n' cheese will be making an appearance more and more over the next few months. If you make this Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. I love seeing how inspired and creative y'all get with the recipes I share. Enjoy!

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One of our favorite weeknight meals, this easy cheesy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese can be on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes.

1 pound pasta (I used cavatappi)
4 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion powder or garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
3/4 cup (6 ounces) American cheese, sliced or shredded
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

In a large pot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, onion powder, salt and pepper.
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat and then whisk in the flour mixture, a little at a time, continuously whisking until the mixture is thick and starts to turn light brown, about a minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to whisk until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3 minutes.
Turn the heat to low and add the cheeses, whisking until melted. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more milk. If the sauce is too thin, add some more cheese until of desired consistency.
Stir in the cooked pasta until thoroughly coated. Serve and enjoy!