Is it OK to prep mac and cheese the night before?

Name: Steak Bites + Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1½ lb extra lean diced beef (sirloin or rump); 2 teaspoons crushed garlic (or 4 garlic cloves); 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 7.5 oz Protein Pasta (dry weight, NZ/Aus: Vetta, USA:Brami, UK: Low Carb Italy); 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (200 ml (190g)); 1¼ oz light cream cheese; ⅓ cup Reduced fat cheese (shredded); ⅓ cup mozzarella (shredded); 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon salt; pinch cayenne pepper

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Accepted Answer

Yes, it's perfectly fine to prep mac and cheese the night before. Assemble the dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, reheat in the microwave or bake it in the oven, adding a bit of extra milk if needed to maintain creaminess.

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