Bahamian Mac and Cheese Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can enhance flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko crumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crackers are often cheaper.

Cook elbow macaroni in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.

In a large bowl, crack all the eggs and whisk them.

Whisk in the evaporated milk until smooth and set aside.

Drain the pasta and return it to the large pot while still hot.

Add pieces of butter to the hot pasta and stir until melted.

Add shredded sharp cheddar cheese a little at a time, stirring in.

Add oregano, smoked paprika, and salt for spices.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper for fresh veggies.

Add a pickled banana pepper for heat and stir everything together.

Pour the evaporated milk mixture into the pot with the macaroni and veggies and stir in.

Transfer the macaroni mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and flatten the top.

Sprinkle more shredded cheddar cheese on top and add Panko crumbs for crunch.

Transfer the baking dish to a preheated oven until golden.

Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

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