Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Soul Food Style. This classic comfort dish is a staple at family gatherings and holiday feasts. With a blend of four cheeses and a hint of spices, it’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (plus more for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
Cheeses
- 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- Mix Ingredients: Whisk together milk, eggs, sour cream, seasonings, and cheeses. Add macaroni and mix.
- Bake: Pour mixture into the dish, top with cheese and paprika. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added richness, stir in cream cheese before baking.
- Top with crackers or extra cheese for a crunchy topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course or Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
