Version 2 : CREAMIER and TASTIER NO BAKE MAC AND CHEESE Recipe - no oven #ShopeeTagToWin

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: colby cheese

Colby cheese is often less expensive and melts well.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: plain yogurt

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Plain yogurt provides a similar tangy flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Pecorino is often cheaper and offers a similar flavor.

Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.

In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and butter until smooth.

Add milk gradually, mixing until the sauce is creamy and well-blended.

Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika.

Fold in the cooked macaroni until evenly coated with the cheese mixture.

Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix until well incorporated.

If desired, add hot sauce to taste for extra flavor.

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or individual bowls.

Top with bread crumbs and grated parmesan cheese for added texture.

Garnish with chopped parsley and green onions before serving.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve cold or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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