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Bahamian Macaroni & Cheese

Cultural Context

Originating from the Bahamas, Bahamian Macaroni & Cheese is a beloved comfort food often served at family gatherings and festive occasions. This dish reflects the island's culinary heritage, blending influences from African, European, and Caribbean cuisines. Today, it has gained popularity beyond the islands, with variations appearing in many Caribbean-inspired restaurants worldwide.

BahamianBSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese
2 eggs
4 cups water
1 stalk celery
1 yellow bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 habanero pepper
Morton salt or iodized salt
black pepper
evaporated milk (Carnation brand)
elbow macaroni

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor profile.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

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

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: shell pasta

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Wash your hands before cooking.

2

Grate 1 pound 8 ounces of mild cheddar cheese.

3

Put 4 cups of water in a pot and turn it on low to get it boiling.

4

Chop up 1 stalk of celery finely.

5

Chop 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 orange bell pepper, and 1 green bell pepper finely.

6

Chop 1 habanero pepper, using only part of it for flavor and heat.

7

Add the chopped celery to the boiling water for flavor.

8

Add the elbow macaroni to the boiling water once it's ready.

Cooking Techniques

boilingbakingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potgratercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Bahamian Mac & CheeseMacaroni Pie

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