Southern Mac and Cheese

Temps de préparation 15 mins

Temps de cuisson 40 mins

Temps total 55 mins

Difficulté: Intermédiaire

Température de cuisson: 175 C

Calories: 480

Meilleure saison: Valable toute l’année.

Description

Authentic Southern baked mac and cheese with a golden‑brown crust, rich creamy center, and bold cheddar flavor. Perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or feeding a crowd

Ingrédients

1 lb elbow macaroni (about 4 cups dry pasta)
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (reserve 1 cup for topping)
2 cups whole milk or evaporated milk
3 large eggs
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika (optional)
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1
Cook the pasta: Bring salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni until just al dente. Drain well.
2
Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13‑inch baking dish.
3
Mix custard base: Whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, salt, pepper, and paprika.
4
Layer macaroni and cheese: Half the pasta in dish → half the cheese → repeat.
5
Add custard: Pour evenly over pasta and cheese layers. Shake dish gently.
6
Top with cheese: Sprinkle reserved cheddar on top.
7
Bake uncovered: 30–40 minutes until golden and bubbly.
8
Rest before serving: Let sit 5–10 minutes before cutting or scooping

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