Episode 49 - Creamy Supreme Mac & Cheese

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar cuts calories while maintaining flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative that adds a cheesy flavor.

Cook elbow macaroni until al dente, then set aside.

In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add flour and stir to form a roux, cooking for a few minutes.

Slowly add warmed evaporated milk to the roux, stirring constantly until thickened.

Add Velveeta cheese in thirds, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.

Combine the cheese sauce with the cooked macaroni, mixing well.

Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish and bake for 40 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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