Mac and cheese is one of the traditional foods in many households. Those craving chewy, gooey, and melty cheese in their mac use Velveeta. It gives that extraordinary taste and satisfaction to your dish. So, are you thinking of how to make this sumptuous meal? This homemade recipe is simple and delicious, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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Dubbed “liquid gold” for its quick, melty nature, Velveeta cheese was launched in 1981 by a Swiss immigrant named Emil Frey. This cheese was meant to decrease waste from broken cheese wheels at the Monroe Cheese Company. Kraft Foods later bought it in 1923. It differs from other cheeses with a salty, creamy, and rich flavour to make your mac, burger, or casserole enjoyable.
What is Velveeta made of?
Velveeta was classified as pasteurised prepared cheese but was changed. Here are the ingredients and nutrients Kraft Foods revealed to make up Velveeta.
- Enriched macaroni product (wheat flour, niacin, monostearate, Ferrous Sulfate (iron))
- Folic acid
- Thiamin mononitrate (vitamin B1)
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
- Cheese sauce - whey, canola oil, cheddar cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes)
- Whey protein concentrate
- Milk
- Modified food starch
- Milk protein concentrate
- Sodium phosphate
- Contains less than 2% of salt
- Lactic acid
- Sodium Alginate
- Medium-chain triglycerides
- Sorbic acid as a preservative
- Oleoresin paprika (colour)
- Maltodextrin
- Enzymes
- Cheese culture
- Acetylated monoglycerides
- Annatto extract (colour)
- Milkfat
- Natural flavour
What is Velveeta mac and cheese made of?
Velveeta macaroni and cheese can be easily made or prepared using the following ingredients:
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- Water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 pound Velveeta cubed
- 2 cups elbow macaroni measured dry (approx. 8 ounces)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 Ritz crackers, crushed
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
How to make mac and cheese with Velveeta
The best Velveeta mac and cheese can be easily made on the stovetop or baked. Below are the homemade mac and cheese with Velveeta preparation methods.
Baked preparation method
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This process is similar to cooking on a stovetop, but it entails baking it in an oven. You can top crackers and crumbs for an extra taste and colour. Below is the preparation method:
Stovetop preparation method
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The stovetop recipe is an instant pot recipe. It is also fast and easy to make. Below is how to prepare it:
Note: Velveeta Mac and Cheese can be stored, frozen, or reheated. You can also refrigerate for up to a week or freeze in an airtight container for 1-2 months.
Substitute for Velveeta in a recipe
There are similar types of cheese that can pass for Velveeta in a dish. Some are American, cheddar, Swiss, Monterey, gouda, pepper jack, cheez whiz, and mozzarella cheese. If you do not like macaroni and cheese with Velveeta because of the fat contained, personal taste, or dietary restrictions, these substitutes can give you a similar flavour.
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Why do so many people use Velveeta for their mac and cheese?
It is because of the melty and creamy nature of Velveeta. It contains cheddar and other ingredients that make it more iconic and flavourful than other cheese. Many use it as a side dish or potluck dish when they have a crowd. But what is the UK equivalent of Velveeta cheese? It is Swiss cheese, including emmental cheese.
Wrapping up
The Velveeta mac and cheese recipe is simple to learn and quick to prepare. It has been used for decades by people who testify of the heartwarming taste gotten from it. It adds life and flavour to the traditional mac and cheese recipe.
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