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Annie's Mac & Cheese Hack
This Annie’s Mac & Cheese Hack turns your favorite boxed pasta into a rich, creamy, ultra-cheesy dish in minutes. Instead of water, the pasta cooks directly in milk, along with the cheese packet for a more luscious result. Finished with an extra dash of milk and a handful of cheddar cheese, this version is faster, creamier, and way more flavorful. Perfect for weeknights, lazy Sundays, or whenever you need comfort food fast.

Annie's Mac & Cheese Hack
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Instructions
- Step 1
In a saucepan, add the dry pasta from the Annie’s box and pour in enough milk to cover the noodles.
- Step 2
Add the included cheese packet to the milk and pasta. Stir to combine.
- Step 3
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender and most of the milk is absorbed.
- Step 4
Add a dash more milk and 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Step 5
Stir until everything is creamy and the cheese is melted.
- Step 6
Serve hot.
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