Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

In Southern kitchens, baked mac and cheese is pure comfort, a soul-food staple that turns simple pasta into a golden casserole. Sharp cheddar, eggs, and milk bake together until creamy and set, with a lightly browned top.

Serves 8 · 20 min prep · 35 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 2g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 lb elbow macaroniPantry
• 1 lb sharp cheddarDairy
• 2 cups evaporated milk or whole milkDairy
• 2 eggsDairy
• 4 tbsp butterDairy
• to taste salt and pepperSpices
• 1/2 tsp paprika or mustard powderSpices
• 8 oz optional Velveeta or AmericanDairy

Instructions

1. 1Cook pasta shy of done.
2. 2Mix cheeses, milk, eggs, seasonings.
3. 3Combine with pasta in a buttered dish.
4. 4Bake until set and browned on top. Soul food holiday staple.