But this recipe is all about getting dinner on the table in a hurry. When I have time, I like to prepare a baked mac and cheese with a buttery bread crumb topping. Just don’t leave out the cream cheese, whatever you do! It’s what makes this mac and cheese extra smooth and creamy. As longs as you end up with the requisite 12 ounces of shredded cheese, it’s all good. In fact, this mac and cheese is one of my favorite ways to use up odds and ends of cheese I may have sitting in the refrigerator. This recipe calls for cheddar (I like to use sharp cheddar) and colby jack cheese, but you can really use any kind of shredded cheese you have on hand.

I mean, do you ever really grow out of craving mac and cheese? It’s total comfort food! Which also makes it a great choice for busy college kids too. In fact, this mac and cheese is so simple, older kids can manage it by themselves, and younger kids can make it with a bit of help.

Of course, school might look different for you and your kids this year……īut whether you’ve got kids in the classroom, or learning from home, you’re going to be frazzled by the end of the day and you’ll need an easy recipe that is sure to get rave reviews. School is starting this week in a lot of areas, and this is one of my go-to dinner recipes during the busy back-to-school season. When I need to get a hearty, satisfying meal on the table in a hurry, I can always count on this Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese to make the whole family happy. CREAMY STOVETOP MAC AND CHEESE - This creamy, cheesy pasta classic goes from the stovetop to the dinner table in about 30 minutes.

Macaroni and cheese for kids classroom