Baked Mac & Cheese 🧀

Me & my nephew spent some quality time together cooking Thanksgiving dinner!! This is our Mac & Cheese! It took us sooooo long to shred all this cheese 😂 My younger brother couldn’t even wait until the whole meal was even ready & he gives it a 8/10 🌟 🥰

Ingredients:

✨ 1 block Colby Jack

✨ 1 block Sharp Cheddar

✨ 1 block Mild Cheddar

✨ 8 oz Velveeta cheese ( cubed )

✨ 1/2 cup Butter

✨ 1/2 cup Flour

✨ 2 cans Evaporated Milk

✨ 2 boxes Elbow Noodles

✨ 3 Eggs

✨ Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Season Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Italian Seasoning — to taste

💥 Shred all cheeses ( except Velveeta )

💥 Cook & drain noodles

💥 In a pot, melt butter then add flour & seasonings

💥 Stir in evaporated milk

💥 Turn off heat, & add in velveeta cubed & 1/3 of the shredded cheese

💥 In a pan, mix together the noodles & cheese sauce

💥 stir in 1/3 of the shredded cheese, season to taste

💥 Add in eggs & mix well

💥 Top with the remaining shredded cheese

💥 Bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until browned on top!

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2024/12/6 Edited to

... Read moreBaked Mac & Cheese is a beloved classic, especially during holiday gatherings. Combining a variety of cheeses like Colby Jack, Sharp Cheddar, and Velveeta creates a rich, creamy texture that melts in your mouth. The addition of eggs ensures that the mixture binds well, delivering a delightful texture that's both gooey and firm. Cooking with family, like how Taty enjoyed time with her nephew, adds a personal touch to this heartwarming dish, making the cooking experience even more special. Autumn is the perfect season to indulge in warm, comforting meals, and this mac & cheese fits the bill perfectly. For the best results, be sure to bake until golden brown, ensuring that the cheese on top forms a delicious crust. You can further enhance the flavor by experimenting with additional seasonings or toppings such as breadcrumbs or crispy bacon bits. This dish isn't just food; it's about creating cherished memories around the dining table. Don't forget to share your version with family and friends!

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Cassie

baked mac and cheese is my favorite thanksgiving side dish i swear, and if the right person makes it it’s perfect and i go back for thirds! lol some people make it and it’s like soup and i just can’t stand it

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cici

Wow, I love me a good mac & cheese. I definitely had a lot of mac & cheese during Thanksgiving. I’ve never made it before, but I want to learn.