Chessy Baked Mac and Cheese / Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: generic pasta brands

More nutritious or cost-effective.

Cook elbow macaroni in water for about 10 minutes until not overcooked.

In a pot, melt butter over low medium heat.

Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes.

Pour in 2 kinds of evaporated milk and stir until thick and creamy.

Add white cheddar, yellow cheddar, and mozzarella cheese to the sauce and mix until melted.

Stir in cooked macaroni bit by bit into the cheese sauce.

Season with smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt, and mix well.

Optionally, add 1 whisked egg for creaminess and mix in.

Transfer the mixture into greased oven plates and spread evenly.

Top with more yellow cheddar, white cheddar, and mozzarella cheese.

Sprinkle smoked paprika on top for color.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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