🧀 5 Gourmet Mac & Cheese Recipes Under $10

🧀 5 Gourmet Mac & Cheese Recipes Under $10

Inspired by Master Chefs, Made with Dollar Tree Ingredients

Who says you need to spend a fortune to eat like royalty? These gourmet mac and cheese recipes will bring rich flavors and elegant touches to your Easter table — all for under $10 each! Grab your apron and let’s dive into five luxurious, budget-friendly takes on everyone’s favorite comfort food. 🧄🧑‍🍳🦞

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🧄 1. Truffle Mac & Cheese with Garlic Herb Crust

Rich. Elegant. Unforgettable.

Ingredients:

• 1 box elbow macaroni (Dollar Tree)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Dollar Tree)

• ½ cup milk (Dollar Tree or home)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• 1 tbsp butter or margarine

• 1 tsp parsley (dried or fresh)

• ½ tsp truffle oil (from discount grocers or Amazon)

Instructions:

1. Boil macaroni according to package instructions; drain.

2. In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in garlic powder and parsley.

3. Stir in milk and shredded cheese until creamy.

4. Fold in cooked pasta and drizzle truffle oil — a little goes a long way!

5. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with a pinch of garlic powder and parsley.

6. Sprinkle on top and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.

✨ Serve with a sprinkle of extra herbs and enjoy that five-star flavor for less!

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🦞 2. Lobster Mac & Cheese Bake

Luxurious flavor without the price tag.

Ingredients:

• 1 lobster tail (frozen, from Aldi or Sam’s Club)

• 1 box macaroni

• 1 cup cheese sauce or shredded cheese

• ½ cup cream or milk

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook macaroni and set aside.

2. Steam or boil the lobster tail, remove meat, and chop into bite-sized pieces.

3. In a pan, heat cream and cheese until smooth.

4. Stir in pasta, lobster, and a pinch of paprika.

5. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 10–15 minutes.

🦞 Elevate your next family gathering with this creamy, golden delight.

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🥓 3. Bacon & Gouda Mac with Caramelized Onions

Smoky. Sweet. Savory.

Ingredients:

• 1 box pasta (Dollar Tree)

• ½ lb bacon (Dollar Tree)

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 1 cup shredded gouda (or smoked cheese blend)

• 1 tbsp butter

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta and drain.

2. In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.

3. In leftover bacon fat, cook onions on low until golden and soft.

4. In a pot, melt butter, stir in gouda, then mix in pasta, onions, and bacon.

🥓 This one’s a true showstopper — sweet and smoky perfection!

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🍤 4. Cajun Shrimp Mac & Cheese

Bold flavors. Big comfort.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack frozen shrimp (Dollar Tree)

• 1 box macaroni

• 1 cup shredded cheese

• ½ cup milk or cream

• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning

Instructions:

1. Cook shrimp with Cajun seasoning in a pan.

2. Boil macaroni, drain, and set aside.

3. In a pot, heat milk and cheese until creamy.

4. Fold in shrimp and pasta. Garnish with extra seasoning if desired.

🔥 A little heat and a lot of flavor — all for a few bucks.

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🧄 5. Garlic Parmesan White Mac

Smooth. Simple. Elegant.

Ingredients:

• 1 box pasta

• 1 cup parmesan cheese

• 2 cloves garlic (or garlic powder)

• ½ cup milk

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil pasta and drain.

2. In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil.

3. Stir in milk and parmesan until smooth.

4. Toss in pasta and finish with black pepper and a drizzle of oil.

🧄 Perfect for when you want something creamy, garlicky, and divine.

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