The Creamiest Mac and Cheese You've Ever Tasted!

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheddar cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat options reduce calories without sacrificing flavor

Boil water in a large pot and add a couple of generous pinches of salt.

Add elbow macaroni to the boiling water and cook according to box instructions for al dente, about 9-10 minutes.

Drain the macaroni and shock it with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Take cream cheese out to room temperature before starting the recipe.

In a bowl, combine the room temperature cream cheese and evaporated milk; whisk until smooth.

Add whole milk to the mixture and whisk until combined, working out any lumps.

Add salt, mustard powder, and cajun seasoning to the mixture and combine well.

Taste the mixture for seasoning adjustments before adding the egg.

Beat the egg in a separate bowl and then add it to the mixture, stirring to combine.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a 13x9 baking dish with butter, ensuring to cover the sides and bottom.

Layer some of the cheese mixture at the bottom of the greased baking dish, followed by some of the cheese.

Pour the remaining cheese mixture over the macaroni and cheese in the baking dish.

Top with the remaining cheese and any additional toppings if desired.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 25-30 minutes.

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