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Thanksgiving Mac & Cheese
This Thanksgiving Mac & Cheese is the ultimate holiday comfort food. Creamy, garlicky, and loaded with four types of cheese, it’s baked until golden and bubbly for a rich, decadent finish. Velveeta adds that nostalgic melty texture, while a paprika-spiced cream base ties all the flavors together. Perfect as a side dish or star of the table—this mac & cheese is anything but basic.
Thanksgiving Mac & Cheese
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Instructions
- Step 1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Step 2
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Step 3
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 4
Lower the heat and stir in cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Velveeta cheese. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Step 5
Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Stir to combine and make the sauce creamy.
- Step 6
Transfer mac and cheese to an oven-safe baking dish and top with more shredded cheese.
- Step 7
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Step 8
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
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