Blake Lively’s Boxed Mac and Cheese Hack

Have you tried Blake Lively’s Boxed Mac and Cheese Hack yet?! This elevated version of boxed mac and cheese is not to be missed next time you make macaroni and cheese. Extra creamy and so rich and flavorful!

Macaroni and cheese is like a universal favorite food, am I right? Who doesn’t haven’t a box of mac and cheese on hand? As a mom, I have numerous in my pantry at all times as it is a go-to in our home for a quick meal. I add some veggies to it or leftover meat or anything. Plus there are so many options out there now that are healthier than the blue box of mac and cheese we all grew up eating.

I kept seeing Blakey Lively’s boxed mac and cheese hack and I had to give it a whirl. I am always looking to switch things up with the boxed mac and this version is creamy, rich and sooooo incredibly flavorful. Sure, there are clear instructions on the back of the box but I do think this version takes it up a whole other level.

You only need a couple extras to add in with the cheese packet and you will have yourself a gourmet tasting macaroni and cheese. I (of course) added in roasted broccoli too, I couldn’t help myself! I either do peas or broccoli usually with mac and cheese. Whichever my kids are in the mood for I go with.

I cannot wait for you guys to try this version. I cannot wait to hear what you think! Let me know if you make it. And shout out to Blake Lively for giving us this idea. It is now a go-to on our dinner rotation here!

What ingredients you need to make Blake Lively’s mac and cheese hack:

• Box of macaroni and cheese – I used this one but you can use your go-to mac and cheese
• Cream cheese – I like to use plain full-fat cream cheese
• Heavy splash of whole milk – or your go-to milk of sorts 
• Shredded cheddar cheese – freshly grated cheddar cheese is my preference, I like to grate from the block if possible

How to make the viral mac and cheese hack:

1. Bring a large pot of water to boil
2. Add in pasta and cook per instructions
3. Drain pasta from the water then add in cream cheese, milk, cheese and cheese packet from box (add more milk if not creamy enough)
4. Enjoy while warm

FAQs and tips on making this boxed mac and cheese hack:

• What mac and cheese works best? Any brand you want! That’s the beauty of this recipe. I used this one which is my latest obsession, but any boxed macaroni and cheese works.
• Can I add in any other cheese too? So Blake actually adds in gouda too. I personally don’t love gouda so I skipped that. You totally can add it in if you want too.
• What kind of cream cheese do you use? I use full-fat regular cream cheese in this recipe. I usually get a block of cream cheese for it. I haven’t tried with a flavored cream cheese, just plain.

A few other viral recipes to try:

The Viral La Scala Chopped Salad

Viral Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

The Viral Smash Burger Tacos

Viral 4-ingredient Magic Cookies

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