Southern Baked Mac & Cheese
This Southern Baked Mac & Cheese features creamy, cheesy goodness baked to perfection.
Equipment
- large pot
- baking dish
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 lb elbow macaroni Use a standard size package.
Cheese Mixture
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese You can mix different types of cheese if desired.
Creamy Base
- 3 cans evaporated milk This adds creaminess.
- 3 pieces eggs Beaten before adding.
- ½ cup melted butter Adds richness.
Seasonings
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 pinch cayenne Adjust to taste.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, shredded cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, beaten eggs, melted butter, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
Notes
You can add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch before baking.