Annie's Macaroni & Cheese Classic Cheddar

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories while processed cheese is often cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for heart health and margarine is usually cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative while water can reduce costs.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds crunch while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

Boil the macaroni for 6 to 8 minutes until done.

Strain the macaroni.

Add milk and butter to the strained macaroni.

Add the sauce packet to the macaroni.

Mix everything together until combined.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens