How to Make Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese From a Box

I love great macaroni and cheese, but I don’t have time to make it from scratch. Macaroni and cheese from a box mix doesn’t quite meet my gourmet standards, so I came up with a way to make fast but gourmet mac and cheese from a box.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 box mix of your favorite macaroni and cheese brand
• 1 tbs. cream cheese
• Small wedge of an expensive cheese such as Gruyere, Asiago or pecorino
• Cherry or grape tomatoes
• Fine bread crumbs
• Pepper grinder

1. Begin to cook the macaroni and cheese in a pot according to the directions on the box. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. When the directions call for the addition of the packet of cheese flavoring, finely grate some of the expensive cheese into the pot, stirring frequently.

3. Add 1 tbs. cream cheese if you like your macaroni and cheese creamy.

4. Add the tomatoes to the mixture.

5. Spoon the macaroni and cheese into a baking dish. Sprinkle fine breadcrumbs on top and place dish into the oven for 5 minutes.

6. Remove the macaroni and cheese and serve with some fresh-ground pepper on top.

[iamageniuster]

on 10/19/2008 Great tips. Thanks for sharing. 5 stars!