Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Southern Macaroni and Cheese Casserole. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting family meal, this dish is a classic favorite that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Cheese Mixture:
- 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (optional)
Additional:
- Butter for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni in salted water until just al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk and cream, stir in cheeses until melted, then add seasonings and eggs.
- Combine and bake: Mix the macaroni with the cheese sauce, pour into the baking dish, top with remaining cheddar cheese, and bake until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest before serving.
Notes
- For an extra-crispy topping, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Add crushed butter crackers or breadcrumbs for extra texture.
- Southern mac and cheese is custardy due to the eggs—don’t skip this step!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
