Ranch Mac & Cheese

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Michelle Rotunno, Independence, Missouri

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Feb. 08, 2022

I came up with the recipe for this creamy and satisfying macaroni and cheese, which has a special twist. My husband requests it often - it's hearty enough to serve as a main dish. -Michelle Rotunno, Independence, Missouri

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Ranch Mac & Cheese

Contest Winner
Yield:8 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:15 min

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic pepper blend
  • 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Colby cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup crushed saltines
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the milk, butter, dressing mix and seasonings; heat through. Stir in Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses until melted. Stir in sour cream.
  2. Drain macaroni; stir into cheese sauce with the saltines. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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