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Ranch Mac 'n Cheese - Creamy

What’s rich, ranchy and has creamy cheese all over? We’ve taken the ultimate comfort food to the next level with this delectable combination of velvety goodness and pure HVR flavor excitement. This easy mac ‘n cheese is impossible not to love.

  • Prep Time 5 min
  • Cook Time 35 min
  • Servings 6
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Ingredients (6)

For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.

Steps (3)

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2
    While the pasta is cooking, heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to foam, then whisk in flour until smooth and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in the milk and seasoning mix and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Remove from heat, stir in the cheese until melted, then add the cooked pasta, mixing thoroughly. Serve hot.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by from One of our Faves! My family and I are major mac and cheese eaters and this recipe is fantastic! I will be making this and sharing with family and friends!
Date published: 2014-05-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from RANCH MAC N CHEESE So very good, just like Mom used to make...
Date published: 2014-02-05
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Too much asiago I like asiago, but this is just too much of it. If I try it again, I'll try half asiago and half cheddar, or something.
Date published: 2014-01-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Absolutely Yummy! This is one recipe that is great for everyone. I have 3 picky eaters in my house and all 3 of them just love it. I love that it's a lighter version of traditional mac n cheese.
Date published: 2014-06-21
Rated 3 out of 5 by from YUM This is such a good recipe!!! I always add a little salt and pepper to any mac and cheese, this recipe BARLEY needs it!!
Date published: 2024-04-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Solid not great Solid, not great. The kids liked it howevee i wasnt a fan
Date published: 2024-04-01
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Kid Friendly My kids would love this meal. They are ranch fanatics!
Date published: 2024-03-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good Mac I bought this and my granddaughter really enjoyed helping me out with making it
Date published: 2024-03-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Game changer My daughter loves Mac and cheese and ranch so this is a game changer! This will be added to our rotation. It’s easy and everybody loves it
Date published: 2024-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ranch Mac n’ Cheese I made this when my grand kids stayed over and they gave it a thumbs up they loved it even the picky one! It’s so good better than the box style.
Date published: 2024-03-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Any Time This makes such good mac and cheese and I could eat it any time of the week, ending with day.
Date published: 2024-02-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Autistic approved My nephew and I made this together. I figured it would be a fun learning experience along with making memories. I have to say it was a huge hit and can say this history be one of his favorite meals now!
Date published: 2024-02-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from DELISH Such an easy and creative recipe! It’s absolutely delicious
Date published: 2024-02-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A quick, easy, & tasty side dish! This is a great recipe that is very quick and easy to make. The kids always love the creamy ranch taste with one of their all time favorites: Mac 'N Cheese! It doesn't take a little of prepping time and the cleanup is easy. If you need a fan favorite side dish and need it to be fast and simple, this is an all time favorite that you must try! The creaminess of the ranch pairs well with your favorite kind of pasta, elbows, bows, noodles, anything you like!
Date published: 2024-02-14
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Lovely recipe. I made this a week ago and am so happy with the results. The kids loved it.
Date published: 2024-02-10
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Very delicious! I rarely cook so I was a bit nervous to try this out but it was really easy and good tasting! It's creamy in such a nice way and the ranch flavor doesn't over power everything to much! (Even though if it did I wouldn't complain.) However it does need a little more seasoning if you want something stronger tasting other than that it is perfect!
Date published: 2024-02-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Yummmmmy I made this up and it was so delicious that I made up another, but this time!... I added broccoli into the mix and topped it off with fried onions and man oh man did it hit the spot! Super delicious! Not as great leftover though.
Date published: 2024-02-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Cheesy Ranch I was pleasantly surprised how creamy and tangy the ranch made this taste.
Date published: 2024-02-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Ranch Mac and cheese Ranch Mac and cheese good for any occasions! you can't go wrong
Date published: 2024-01-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The goat of Mac n cheese This Mac n cheese is PERFECTION! Add it to some ranch sprinkled tater tots for a complete meal!
Date published: 2024-01-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Kid friendly Best Mac & cheese my kids really love. Hidden valley ranch kicks it up a notch.
Date published: 2023-12-06
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Kid & Adult friendly meal. DELICIOUS! It's was good. This would be ideal for kids that love mac and ranch. Adults also.
Date published: 2023-11-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Delish!! Delish, easy, so creamy! My whole family loves this recipe.
Date published: 2023-11-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great side dish Loved! Needed quick dinner side with what was already in the cupboard. This idea turned out amazing. The kids loved it.
Date published: 2023-11-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic Flavor My Hubby & I love this Ranch Mac & Cheese! He even asked that we make it this weekend again! ❤️
Date published: 2023-11-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great for all! This recipe is not just for the kids! Who doesn't love mac&cheese and ranch!
Date published: 2023-11-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from ☆☆☆☆☆ ranch mac According to my children this is the best mac n cheese ever.
Date published: 2023-10-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Really creamy Grandkids absolutely love this. It is so creamy and tastes great.
Date published: 2023-10-03
Rated 3 out of 5 by from It was alright I am not the best of cooks so maybe I did something wrong, but the mac n cheese came out bland. I will try another cheese or more cheese next time.
Date published: 2023-08-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Yummy Creamy taste with a zesty ranch note. I would recommend.
Date published: 2023-08-13
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