Wisconsin Cheesy Mac Recipe

Name: Wisconsin Cheesy Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs from artisan bread; 3 tablespoons melted butter; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 large eggs; 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk; ¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 2 teaspoons salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 12 lb uncooked macaroni; 4 tablespoons butter; 12 ounces aged cheddar cheese, grated (Wisconsin Carr Valley 3-year-aged cheddar or similar from your area)

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh breadcrumbs from artisan bread
3 tablespoons melted butter
salt and pepper, to taste
2 large eggs
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
12 lb uncooked macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
12 ounces aged cheddar cheese, grated (Wisconsin Carr Valley 3-year-aged cheddar or similar from your area)

1
Toss the breadcrumbs in with the melted butter.
2
Reserve.
3
Cook the macaroni to al dente, drain well, place back into the saucepan it was cooked in, and toss in the 4 tbsp of butter.
4
Combine the eggs, 3/4 of the milk, 3/4 of the cheese, Tabasco, salt, pepper and mustard.
5
Stirring the macaroni and butter over medium heat, add the egg mixture and stir until cheese melts and sauce begins to thicken.
6
Add the remaining milk and keep stirring until sauce is bubbling and hot.
7
Pour immediately into a greased baking dish.
8
Sprinkle with the cheese that remains and the bread crumbs.
9
Place under a broiler.
10
Be sure to place 6-7 inches away so you don't burn your top, broil to crisp, and serve.

694

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs from artisan bread, 3 tablespoons melted butter, salt and pepper, to taste, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Wisconsin Cheesy Mac falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wisconsin Cheesy Mac

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Variations & substitutions

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