Aunt Darlene’s Macaroni & Cheese Recipe ๐ง
Overview:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 very large pan
- Rating: โญ 4.5 (based on 14 reviews)
Description:
Aunt Darlene’s Macaroni & Cheese is the epitome of comfort food excellence. It’s hailed as the absolute best macaroni and cheese recipe, beloved by kids and adults alike. Perfect for potlucks or cozy family dinners, this dish is sure to disappear as soon as it’s served!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 276.7
- Fat: 19.6g
- Saturated Fat: 11.8g
- Cholesterol: 97.2mg
- Sodium: 456.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.8g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Protein: 16.3g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Boil macaroni until tender, then drain water completely. |
| 2 | Put macaroni in a large bowl. |
| 3 | Stir in cheese from package and butter as required on box directions. Stir eggs and evaporated milk together. Add to macaroni mixture. Add additional milk until it covers macaroni. Stir it up! |
| 4 | Salt and pepper to taste. |
| 5 | Pour the mixture into pan and stir in all of the shredded (and chunked) cheese reserving about 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese for the top. |
| 6 | Cook on 375ยฐF until cheese is golden brown. |
Keywords:
- Kid Friendly ๐ง
- High In… ๐ฅ
- Potluck ๐ฅ
- < 60 Mins โฑ๏ธ
- Oven ๐ฝ๏ธ
Tips & Tricks:
- For extra creaminess, you can add a dollop of sour cream to the mixture before baking.
- Experiment with different cheese blends for unique flavor profiles.
- To make it extra indulgent, sprinkle crispy bacon or breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
