How to make Macaroni and cheese/Bahamian Macaroni and cheese(Alotabitofcooking)

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while processed cheese is more affordable.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess and is dairy-free.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and margarine is often less expensive.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: penne

Whole wheat pasta increases fiber while penne is a cost-effective alternative.

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, about 6-8 minutes.

Drain pasta and set aside.

In a large bowl, mix together evaporated milk, eggs, and garlic until well combined.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté onion, bell pepper, and habanero pepper until softened.

Add the cooked pasta to the milk mixture and stir to combine.

Fold in cheddar cheese, thyme, paprika, black pepper, and salt until evenly distributed.

Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes until cheese is golden.

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