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Do you ever want to make a mac and cheese recipe but have no milk left? Well here’s a fabulous, creamy, delicious mac and cheese recipe with no milk!
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How to Make Mac and Cheese with No Milk Recipe
Now, I can’t take credit for this yummy recipe on my own…my best friend, the Tarabelle (I can’t believe we’ve been friends for over 2 decades! Holy cow that makes me feel old now!) Anyway, the Tarabelle is one of those friends that you don’t see for years and once you get together it’s like a day hasn’t passed!
Anyway, one day the Tarabelle decided she wanted to make mac and cheese for dinner but didn’t realize she had no milk left….oops. So she brilliantly came up with this fantastic substitute– that I’ve started using even when I do have milk.
When I have the time I always make my Ultimate Crock Pot Mac and Cheese because you can’t get cheesy goodness any better than that– but when I’m wanting to make a quick mac and cheese side this is the route I go every time–it’s the PERFECT last minute side dish!
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How to Make Kraft Mac and Cheese without Milk
Yes, you can make Kraft Macaroni and Cheese without milk. The traditional way to prepare Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is to use milk and butter, but if you don’t have milk or prefer not to use it, you can use water instead. Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 box of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese
- Water
- Butter (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions:
- Boil Water: Fill a medium-sized pot with enough water to cover the macaroni. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Cook Macaroni: Once the water is boiling, add the macaroni from the box to the pot. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions or until it reaches your desired level of tenderness. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Drain the Macaroni: Once the macaroni is cooked, drain the water using a colander.
- Add Cheese Powder: Put the drained macaroni back into the pot. Add the cheese powder that came in the Kraft Macaroni and Cheese box. If you want to add some richness, you can also add a small amount of butter at this stage.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir the macaroni and cheese powder (and butter, if using) until the cheese powder is well incorporated and the macaroni is evenly coated.
- Serve: Your Kraft Macaroni and Cheese without milk is now ready to be served.
Keep in mind that using water instead of milk may result in a slightly different taste and texture. Milk adds creaminess and richness to the cheese sauce, while water will give you a lighter and less creamy sauce. If you find the flavor lacking, you can try experimenting with other liquids like vegetable or chicken broth to enhance the taste.
Printable Recipe for No Milk Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese Recipe-- No Milk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Star Recipe
Out of milk? No problem...you can still have delicious, creamy macaroni and cheese without milk.
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 3 cups water
- 1 TBS butter
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 8oz package of cream cheese
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in water until done.
- Drain macaroni and set to the side.
- Melt butter in sauce pan.
- Add cream cheese and cook low till melted- be careful not to burn.
- Add in shredded cheese and macaroni.
- Stir vigorously until all cheese is melted together and well mixed.
- You can either serve now or for additional cheesiness- pour macaroni into a baking dish.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in over for 15 minutes.
- Serve gooey!!!
Notes
Obviously this isn't a dairy free macaoni and cheese recipe...but I do have a list full of yummy dairy free mac and cheese recipes here.
Or, if you're trying to figure out how to make Kraft Macaroni and Cheese without milk, check out this post here.
J
Monday 18th of December 2017
Do you not need flour? I found this recipe too late I was trying to make cheese sauce and had no milk but had butter flour and cheese I found organic butternot squash purée soup and I use that instead of MilK actually tasted really good I just thought on a whim I would try it and if it was gross I would throw it away lol
Lori Lausch
Friday 23rd of December 2016
What kind of shredded cheese do you use?
Melissa Llado
Saturday 24th of December 2016
You can use whatever your family likes. I typically go with Sargento's Three Cheddar Blend...it's delicious!
Lori Lausch
Friday 23rd of December 2016
Also, what temperature should the oven be set at?
Jonathan
Thursday 3rd of November 2016
Great! I sautéed mushrooms, chopped asparagus, diced onions and minced garlic with an additional tbs of butter, seasoned with garlic powder, ground black pepper, and chili powder. Turned out great and my toddlers are eating their hidden veggies!! Thanks
Katrina
Monday 26th of September 2016
I just made this for dinner tonight and it is delicious!! But, I used Rotini pasta and added broccoli. Thank you for sharing such an amazing recipe! I'll definitely be making this again for the holidays! :-)
Jessica
Wednesday 21st of September 2016
This turned out GREAT! You made my night, thank you!!
Melissa Llado
Wednesday 21st of September 2016
Oh I'm so glad you enjoyed it!