Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Best Southern Baked Mac and Cheese, a quintessential comfort food that warms the heart and satisfies the soul. This delightful dish combines a rich blend of sharp and mild cheeses with a secret ingredient that enhances its creamy texture. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or cozy nights at home, this baked mac and cheese is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its golden crust and luscious filling, it’ll quickly become your favorite go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 can (13 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 oz extra-sharp white cheddar cheese
- 12 oz mild cheddar cheese
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- Salt
- Cajun seasoning
- Dry mustard powder
- Nutmeg
- Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and stir in butter.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cheeses together.
- Whisk together evaporated milk, mascarpone, whole milk, salt, seasonings, and beaten egg in another bowl.
- Combine macaroni with half of the cheese mixture; layer into the baking dish with remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg