{"product_id":"velveeta-cheeseburger-mac-bowl-quick-desk-microwave-meal-for-back-to-back-workdays-9-oz-ready-to-heat-tray","title":"Velveeta Cheeseburger Mac Bowl – Quick Desk Microwave Meal for Back-to-Back Workdays, 9 oz Ready-to-Heat Tray","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"geo-product-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"geo-appeal\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady in just 60 seconds for people with no time or energy to cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-serve tray means no measuring, no leftovers, and no dishes to wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines two comfort-food favorites—cheeseburger and mac and cheese—in one bowl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffordable price point and SNAP\/EBT eligibility make it accessible on tight budgets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-contained cheese sauce pouch keeps the pasta from going soggy during storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright yellow color compared to other mac and cheese meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong\/sturdy bowl that retains heat longer than typical microwave meal bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-minute cook time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16g of protein per serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvenly heated with no dry corners or soupy puddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeefy cheeseburger flavor is genuinely present, not artificial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze cheese sauce packet allows for no-water preparation and easy mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well as both a standalone lunch and an afternoon snack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat consistency and thickness when prepared\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter value than comparable products like Hormel Compleats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-usecases\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-second lunch at the office between meetings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate-night cheesy snack while gaming or watching TV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorm-room dinner when the dining hall is closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick after-school meal for hungry teens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolo comfort-food fix with zero cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEaten cold in a pinch when no microwave is available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarmed on a car dashboard for about an hour as a makeshift heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStored in a truck for long-distance travel meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed to complete Amazon promotional deals (e.g., spend $30 get $10 off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared as a side-dish alongside a burger entree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchased as a gift\/treat for grandchildren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed as an occasional meal replacement for missed meals during busy days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-original\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne 9 oz box of Velveeta Cheesy Bowls Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac Microwave Meal\nVelveeta Cheeseburger Mac includes elbow pasta and a creamy cheese sauce featuring savory beef\nSatisfy your cravings with unrestrained pleasure\nUnapologetically go all-in for the cheesy, melty goodness you love best\nTo prepare, remove cheese pouch, partially peel back film from top of tray, microwave on high for one minute and stir in cheese sauce with beef\nVelveeta Cheeseburger Mac includes elbow pasta and a creamy cheese sauce featuring savory beef\nOur single-serving mac and cheese bowl is ready in just 60 seconds\nTo prepare, remove cheese pouch, partially peel back film from top of tray, microwave on high for one minute and stir in cheese sauce with beef\nSNAP \u0026amp; EBT eligible food item\nPlease note, the package you receive may look different than what is pictured\nCheese Sauce Pouch Inside\nMade with Real Cheese\nMicrowaveable in 60 Seconds\nShow more\u003cbr\u003eProduct Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1.88 x 6.38 x 4.63 inches; 9.01 ounces\nItem model number ‏ : ‎ 00021000043293\nDepartment ‏ : ‎ DOLLAR GENERAL|Food|Food|PREPARED FOODS\nUPC ‏ : ‎ 021000043293\nManufacturer ‏ : ‎ Kraft Heinz\nUnits ‏ : ‎ 9.0 Ounce\nBest Sellers Rank: #8,812 in Grocery \u0026amp; Gourmet Food \u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this really heat up in just 60 seconds so I can eat between meetings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 9 oz single-serve tray is designed to go from fridge to fully heated in about one minute in a standard microwave, which makes it practical for a tight work window between calls or focus blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the bowl stay sturdy on my desk while I work through lunch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tray is built thicker than typical microwave meal bowls, so it holds its shape on a desk and retains heat longer while you eat and work at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to add water, stir in anything complicated, or wash a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo water is required. You microwave the pasta, squeeze in the included cheese sauce packet with beef, stir, and toss the tray. There is no pot, no colander, and no extra dishes to clean up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cheese sauce really separate, or will the pasta turn soggy while it sits in my bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beefy Velveeta cheese sauce comes in a separate squeeze pouch that you add after microwaving, so the pasta stays at the right texture during storage and only gets creamy when you mix it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I eat it at my desk without it smelling up the office?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowl is fully self-contained with a peel-back film lid, so the savory cheeseburger aroma stays largely inside the tray while it heats, keeping your shared workspace neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good lunch to keep stocked in my office snack drawer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 9 oz tray has a long shelf life, requires no refrigeration until opened, and the single-serve format is ideal for keeping a few bowls on hand for surprise-busy days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order this in bulk for a small team or break room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase multiple trays to stock a shared break room, and the self-contained bowls mean coworkers can heat one on their own schedule without dirtying communal dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fill me up through a long afternoon of focused work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bowl delivers 16 g of protein from the pasta and beefy cheese sauce, which is enough to hold most adults over a multi-hour work block when paired with a drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to grabbing a fast food cheeseburger on a lunch break?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt delivers a similar beefy cheeseburger flavor profile in about one minute with no drive-thru line, no tipping, and no packaging waste beyond a single recyclable tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a better value than a comparable microwave pasta bowl like Hormel Compleats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a cheeseburger-flavored mac and cheese, most shoppers find this offers a more pronounced beefy flavor, a separate sauce packet for fresher texture, and a lower per-bowl price than Hormel Compleats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if my office microwave is weak and heats unevenly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tray is designed to heat evenly without dry corners or soupy puddles, and if your microwave runs cool, an extra 15 to 20 seconds is usually enough without affecting the final texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill I be able to focus on my work or will the preparation distract me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation is essentially three steps: vent the film, microwave for 60 seconds, and squeeze in the sauce. The whole routine takes under two minutes and does not interrupt deep work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I prepare this in the microwave?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePartially peel back the film lid at the marked corner to vent, microwave the tray on high for about 60 seconds, squeeze the included cheese sauce packet over the pasta, stir until creamy, and eat directly from the bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I make this without a microwave?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for microwave preparation, but in a pinch the tray can be eaten cold or at room temperature and still tastes acceptable, and drivers have reported warming it on a car dashboard for roughly an hour as a makeshift heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it take from start to finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan on about 60 seconds of microwaving plus 30 seconds to stir and squeeze in the sauce, for a total active time of under two minutes from unopened tray to finished meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this work in any brand of microwave?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It heats in standard 700 to 1100 watt household and office microwaves, and if your microwave runs cooler, an extra 15 to 20 seconds will fully heat the tray without affecting texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit in a small dorm or office microwave?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9 oz tray is compact and turns comfortably inside most compact dorm, office, and hotel microwaves alongside a standard rotating turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach box contains a 9 oz single-serve tray of elbow pasta, a separate squeeze pouch of Velveeta cheese sauce with savory beef, and a peel-back film lid. Nothing else is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to add water, milk, or butter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo water, milk, or butter is required. The cheese sauce pouch is the only addition, which is what keeps the pasta from going watery or dry during storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store unopened trays?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore unopened trays in a cool, dry pantry at room temperature. There is no need to refrigerate until after the tray has been opened, which makes them easy to keep stocked in a desk drawer or truck cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a microwave mac and cheese bowl and a microwaveable cup of soup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA microwave mac and cheese bowl uses a pasta base with a real cheese sauce, while a cup of soup is broth-based with noodles or vegetables. This tray delivers 16 g of protein, a chewier bite, and a more substantial meal feeling than a soup cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eco House Kit","offers":[{"title":"Cheeseburger Mac","offer_id":59560300642590,"sku":"CJYB00ECYYPPG","price":2.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/6743\/2222\/files\/9-oz-single-serving-microwave-tray-1.jpg?v=1783397820","url":"https:\/\/ecohousekit.com\/products\/velveeta-cheeseburger-mac-bowl-quick-desk-microwave-meal-for-back-to-back-workdays-9-oz-ready-to-heat-tray","provider":"Eco House Kit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}