Great Value Premium Original Shells & Cheese, 12 oz

It was so easy to prepare this classic comfort food. About half the weight of the box is the foiled cheese sauce pouch. That cheese sauce is fairly salty, too. If a reduced salt diet is what you're on, this may not be the best choice. You can prepare it using a 700 watt microwave oven. I set mine for 10 minutes to cook the pasta. Then I waited about 5 extra minutes before removing it. Stirring in the cheese sauce was a breeze. Within 15 minutes, I was all set to enjoy a delicious classic comfort food.

My family and I really enjoy Great Value Premium Shells and Cheese! We've tried a lot of boxed macaroni and cheese over the years, and I have to say, this one really stands out. It's definitely comparable to Velveeta Mac and Cheese, but I find that the cheese here is thicker and creamier, which gives it a rich, flavor that my whole family loves. What I really appreciate is that it comes at a better price without sacrificing flavor. Often with budget-friendly options, you end up missing out on taste or texture, but that's not the case here. Once I tried it, I honestly never went back to Velveeta. The cheese sauce is smooth and flavorful, and the noodles hold up nicely... perfectly coated with that creamy goodness. The only minor thing I noticed is that the noodles take just a little longer to cook to my preferred doneness, but it's a small trade-off. Once it's ready, it's absolutely worth the extra couple of minutes. My kids love it too, and it's become one of our go-to family comfort foods. If you enjoy creamy, cheesy macaroni and want something that's both delicious and affordable, I would definitely give Great Value Premium Shells and Cheese a try. It's filling, flavorful, and has quickly become a favorite in our household.