Outback Steakhouse Recipes

Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese

Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese

This creamy Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese is a simple and delicious side dish you can make at home. Made with penne pasta and a rich Velveeta cheese sauce, it’s smooth, cheesy, and full of flavor. This easy recipe takes just 35 minutes and is perfect for any meal!

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Ingredients Needed:

  • 2 cups dry penne pasta
  • 8-ounce Velveeta cheese 
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

How To Make Mac and Cheese?

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the penne pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and return to the pot.
  2. Melt the Cheese: In a small saucepan over low heat, add the Velveeta cheese and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Mix and Serve: Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta. Stir well until the pasta is evenly coated. Serve warm and enjoy!
Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese
Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese

Recipe Tips:

  • Use Low Heat for the Cheese Sauce: Velveeta melts best on low heat. If the heat is too high, the cheese can burn or turn grainy instead of smooth and creamy.
  • Cook Pasta Just Right: Don’t overcook the pasta! Drain it when it’s al dente (firm but cooked). This helps it hold its shape when mixed with the cheese sauce.
  • Stir the Cheese Sauce Constantly: Keep stirring while melting the cheese to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning. A smooth sauce makes all the difference!
  • Combine Pasta and Sauce Immediately: After draining the pasta, mix it with the cheese sauce right away while both are hot. This helps the pasta absorb the sauce and stay creamy.
  • Adjust the Consistency If Needed: If the cheese sauce is too thick, add a little more heavy cream or a splash of milk to loosen it. If it’s too thin, let it simmer for a minute to thicken up.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

  • Refrigerate: Let the mac and cheese cool down before storing. Put it in a sealed container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Place the mac and cheese in a saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly and add a little milk or cream to bring back the creamy texture. Heat until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: 339 kcal
  • Total Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 64mg
  • Sodium: 912mg
  • Potassium: 284mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 15g

Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese

Recipe by Hamdi SaidaniCourse: Side DishCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

339

kcal

This creamy Outback Steakhouse Mac and Cheese is a simple and delicious side dish you can make at home. Made with penne pasta and a rich Velveeta cheese sauce, it’s smooth, cheesy, and full of flavor. This easy recipe takes just 35 minutes and is perfect for any meal!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry penne pasta

  • 8-ounce Velveeta cheese 

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

  • Cook the Pasta: Boil the penne pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and return to the pot.
  • Melt the Cheese: In a small saucepan over low heat, add the Velveeta cheese and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
  • Mix and Serve: Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta. Stir well until the pasta is evenly coated. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use Low Heat for the Cheese Sauce: Velveeta melts best on low heat. If the heat is too high, the cheese can burn or turn grainy instead of smooth and creamy.
  • Cook Pasta Just Right: Don’t overcook the pasta! Drain it when it’s al dente (firm but cooked). This helps it hold its shape when mixed with the cheese sauce.
  • Stir the Cheese Sauce Constantly: Keep stirring while melting the cheese to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning. A smooth sauce makes all the difference!
  • Combine Pasta and Sauce Immediately: After draining the pasta, mix it with the cheese sauce right away while both are hot. This helps the pasta absorb the sauce and stay creamy.
  • Adjust the Consistency If Needed: If the cheese sauce is too thick, add a little more heavy cream or a splash of milk to loosen it. If it’s too thin, let it simmer for a minute to thicken up.

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