The BEST Baked Macaroni & Cheese Recipe | CREAMY SOUTHERN MAC & CHEESE

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Healthier fat source or cheaper alternative.

Cook one box of elbow noodles in boiling water until al dente.

Shred 5 cups of sharp cheddar, New York white cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese and mix together.

Drain the cooked elbow noodles and add 5 tablespoons of butter, stirring until melted.

Add 1 cup of sour cream to the noodles and mix well.

Season the mixture with Kinder's seasoning, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of heavy cream, 1 cup of milk, and 2 eggs.

Layer the macaroni mixture in a baking dish, drizzle half of the cream mixture over it, and add a layer of cheese.

Repeat the layering process with the remaining noodles, cream mixture, and top with the rest of the cheese.

Sprinkle smoked paprika on top and bake at 375°F for 30 to 45 minutes.

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Equipment Needed

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