Classic Creamy Oven-Baked Mac N' Cheese Recipe

Name: Classic Creamy Oven-Baked Mac N' Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni (cooked according to package directions); 1/2 cup butter (softened) or 1/2 cup margarine (softened); 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese; 2 cups shredded Velveeta cheese (or 16oz. cut into pieces); 2 eggs (beaten); 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk; 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; optional** garlic and herb breadcrumbs (for topping)

Servings: persons

3 cups elbow macaroni (cooked according to package directions)
1/2 cup butter (softened) or 1/2 cup margarine (softened)
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
2 cups shredded Velveeta cheese (or 16oz. cut into pieces)
2 eggs (beaten)
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
optional** garlic and herb breadcrumbs (for topping)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
grease a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish.
3
cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
4
in a large bowl or pot, pour in hot macaroni and add butter and all cheese, mix well.
5
with a wire whisk, beat together eggs, evaporated milk, sour cream, salt and pepper.
6
add to bowl/pot with macaroni and cheeses and mix well.
7
pour mixture into greased casserole dish.
8
(optional) sprinkle bread crumbs over top.
9
cover with foil.
10
place into preheated (350 degrees) oven for 50 to 60 minutes.
11
uncover the last few minutes just to toast the breadcrumbs on top.

1020

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups elbow macaroni (cooked according to package directions), 1/2 cup butter (softened) or 1/2 cup margarine (softened), 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese, and more.

Yes, Classic Creamy Oven-Baked Mac N' Cheese falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Creamy Oven-Baked Mac N' Cheese

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