This recipe is by far the best Creamy Mac N Cheese that will make you wanna “slap ya mama”. You want to make your surroundings with your family more intimate for Thanksgiving, Christmas, oh my for just any and every occasion, with this baked Creamy Mac N Cheese dish you will hit it out of the park. Sweetheart, you my friend will be the cat’s meow. I dare you to add this smooth, creamy, down home southern taste, with a cajun kick to your next meal, gathering or just testing it out…you will be thanking me.
Baked Creamy Mac N Cheese
This will take about 20-22 minutes of prep time, with about 30-35 minutes of cook time. In less than an hour you will be enjoying this perfect mouth-watering creamy, cheesy and comforting baked Mac N Cheese! I am so excited!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb Elbow Macaroni
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 lb Block Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 1 lb Block Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
- 1 lb Block Smoked Gouda Cheese Shredded
- 2 tbsp All Purpose Flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp of Butter
- 2 cups Whole Milk
PREP AND BAKING INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Add Elbow Macaroni to a large pot of boiling water, add salt. Cook until al dente. Drain, run under cool water to stop the cooking process, set to the side.
- Blend all the cheeses together in a large bowl, set to the side.
- Grease a large baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and add flavor, set to the side.
- Combine room-temperature cream cheese with evaporated milk. Mix to a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Add Seasonings and Milk Stir until everything is well combined, and then add half of the shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheeses to the bowl. Stir again.
- Beat two eggs into the cheese mixture to help bind everything together during baking.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese mixture, stirring gently to ensure each piece of pasta is coated.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheeses evenly across the top then add fresh ground black pepper for a little extra kick.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden. For a crustier top, switch to broil for the last 2-3 minutes
- Allow mac and cheese to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
No, This is Not my recipe. I hijacked this recipe courtesy of Smokin and Grillin with AB with my spin on it. You really should see some of his amazing dishes. I love how much love he puts into every dish that he creates. You will too.
Mac n cheese is a staple in most households. Kids love it, parents and grandparents love making it. Kids really do not care what mac n cheese recipe you use they just want you to make it. Go ahead and explore different ingredients in your next mac n cheese dish, and tell me about it. I love sharing my recipes, so please come back to this category for more.