HOW TO MAKE “OLE SKOOL” SOUTHERN BAKED MAC N CHEESE!!!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheddar lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: shell pasta

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and contains good fats.

Boil elbow macaroni in chicken stock for about 7 minutes until al dente.

Strain the macaroni and do not overcook it.

Add 1 stick of butter to the hot pasta and stir gently to avoid making it gummy.

Add sour cream to the pasta, about a cup or to taste.

Season with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and a little salt, adjusting for the chicken stock used.

Add about 3 cups of mixed cheese (provolone, mozzarella, cheddar) to the pasta, stirring to combine.

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and milk to create a custard mixture.

Prepare a cast iron skillet by adding butter to prevent sticking.

Layer the macaroni in the skillet, adding about 1.5 cups of macaroni first.

Pour milk over the macaroni, then layer with cheese and custard, repeating the process.

Top with more cheese and sprinkle paprika for color.

Bake in the oven at 375°F for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Let the mac and cheese rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

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