Best Ever Macaroni & Cheese Recipe

Name: Best Ever Macaroni & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (to make a smaller batch adjust recipe to 1 cup macaroni); 1 teaspoon salt; 6 cups water; 5 cups American cheese, grated; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; butter, 1-2 tablespoon; 1 egg; 1 1/4 cups milk, more milk may be necessary; butter or cooking spray, to coat casserole dish

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (to make a smaller batch adjust recipe to 1 cup macaroni)
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups water
5 cups American cheese, grated
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
butter, 1-2 tablespoon
1 egg
1 1/4 cups milk, more milk may be necessary
butter or cooking spray, to coat casserole dish

1
Bring water to boil in a sauce pan.
2
Add 1 teaspoon of salt & macaroni to pan and stir.
3
When water boils again, reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, drain macaroni.
4
Butter or coat a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
5
Cover the casserole dish with a layer of macaroni.
6
Add a layer of grated American cheese.
7
Salt and pepper to lightly cover layer, add a small amount of butter.
8
Repeat layering procedure, end with a layer of cheese.
9
Beat one egg, add 1 1/4 cup milk and stir together. Pour egg/milk mixture over macaroni & cheese. If necessary, add enough milk to bring the milk level with 3/4-inch of top of macaroni & cheese.
10
Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes, uncovered.

650

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (to make a smaller batch adjust recipe to 1 cup macaroni), 1 teaspoon salt, 6 cups water, 5 cups American cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Macaroni & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Best Ever Macaroni & Cheese

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