Mac n Cheese No egg

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: any pasta shape

More nutritious or versatile.

Start by melting unsalted butter over low heat in a saucepan.

Whisk in all-purpose flour to create a roux, continuing to whisk for about a minute until smooth.

Gradually add heavy cream a little at a time, whisking to incorporate.

Add evaporated milk, continuing to whisk until smooth.

Simmer the white sauce on low heat for about 5 to 6 minutes.

Boil elbow pasta in salted broth until cooked for about a minute or two less than package instructions, then drain without rinsing.

Stir in all the cheeses into the white sauce with the heat off, relying on residual heat to melt the cheese.

Season the cheese sauce with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, nutmeg, cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste.

Combine the drained pasta with the cheese sauce, stirring well.

Pour the mixture into a baking dish and top with mozzarella, jack cheese, gouda, and cheddar.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake uncovered for about 50 minutes, checking for desired crustiness.

If needed, bake for an additional 5 minutes for more browning.

Allow to sit for a couple of minutes before serving.

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