Description
A comforting hug on a chilly evening, this famous mac and cheese is a mouthwatering blend of rich flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1/2 pound cooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the eggs, evaporated milk, salt, white pepper, sugar, melted butter, and hot sauce until well combined.
- Stir in the cooked elbow macaroni and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing thoroughly.
- Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the paprika evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead option: Prepare earlier in the day and refrigerate. Top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs for crunch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg