Southern Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Southern Macaroni and Cheese Casserole. Perfect for gatherings or a comforting family meal, this baked mac and cheese is sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Macaroni Mixture:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Cook Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, evaporated milk, and eggs until smooth. Stir in sour cream, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked macaroni, 2 cups of the cheddar cheese, and all of the Colby Jack cheese, mixing well to combine.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a crispier top, broil the casserole for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
- You can add cooked bacon or a pinch of cayenne for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
