1 pkg(16oz) elbow macaroni
1 c. 2% milk (I used buttermilk because that is what I had)
1/4 c. butter, cubed
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp garlic pepper blend (I mixed black pepper and garlic powder)
1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning (I totally forgot this)
1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 c. shredded Colby cheese (I just used 2 c. of colby because I didn't have the other)
1 c. sour cream
1/2 c. crushed saltines
1/3 c. grated parmesan cheese
Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a dutch oven, combine the milk, butter, dressing mix, and seasonings; heat through. Stir in Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses until melted. Stir in sour cream.
Drain macaroni; stir into cheese sauce with saltines. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Looking back it is pretty amazing that it still tasted good with everything that I did different. You can try it my way, or the way that it is supposed to be. Have fun. My kids loved it!!! (picture and recipe from taste of home )
