How to Make the Best Macaroni and Cheese
How to Make the Macaroni and Cheese. This is a baked macaroni and cheese recipe from scratch!
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You Will Need
- 10 oz. elbow macaroni
- 1/2 c. butter
- 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 1 c. milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 3 eggs
- 2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 c. processed cheese (diced)
- 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp. seasoning salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground pepper
- 1/2 c. bread crumbs
- 1 pinch paprika
- A casserole dish
- A saucepan
- A skillet
Steps
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Step 1
Boil and drain the macaroni and put it in a large casserole dish.
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Let cheeses and butter soften at room temperature while preparing the macaroni.
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Step 2
Mix the flour and two tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
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Step 3
Add the milk and evaporated milk, then the eggs, cheeses, salt, pepper and four more tablespoons of butter.
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Step 4
Cook over low heat until the sauce is thick. Pour it over the macaroni.
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Step 5
Melt the remaining two tablespoons of butter in a medium skillet and add bread crumbs. When browned, spread this topping over your macaroni and cheese. Sprinkle the top with paprika.
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Step 6
Place your macaroni and cheese in the oven and bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees. Remove and enjoy the rich and comforting taste of the best macaroni and cheese.
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Did you know? Thomas Jefferson served macaroni and cheese in the White House.
