Macaroni and Cheese.....it's an American Staple. I didn't use the 'box' to make it either. I purchased some "Cheese Sauce Mix" from Kitchen Kneads (7579 S 1700 W in West Jordan, UT) and decided to give it a try. It was easy, and the peanut gallery said it was good. Cook 1 and a half cups of dry noodles in boiling water Pour in 1/4 Cup milk 1/4/ Cup Butter 1/4 Cup Cheese Sauce Mix In retrospect, I didn't need to make the sauce in a separate pan. I could have put it all into the pan with the hot, but drained noodles. Since many people ask what to do with powdered items, here is a quick and easy one to try!