13 – 1 cup crushed Ritz cracker crumbs
# Steps:
01 – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
02 – Boil macaroni noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and return to pot. Stir in melted Velveeta cheese until fully combined.
03 – In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef with chopped onion until the beef is cooked through and onion is softened. Season with salt and pepper.
04 – Stir sour cream, cheddar cheese soup, onion powder, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and milk into the beef mixture until well blended. Add the macaroni and mix thoroughly.
05 – Spread the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
06 – Top the casserole with American cheese slices, then sprinkle crushed Ritz cracker crumbs evenly over the surface.
07 – Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the topping is golden brown. Allow to rest a few minutes before serving.
# Tips:
01 – Use gluten-free pasta and gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this dish gluten-free. Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option.