Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe (2024)

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe (1)

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe (2)

Is there anything so lovely as a Macaroni and Cheese Casserole? This is a type of dish my family has been making since I can remember

I remember I would try and pull off all the ” crusty” top. Does anyone else love that crunchy topping?

I also decided to take a little video ( my dad did not know I was filming) to give you all a inside peak on some of the tasting process a recipe goes through and where we take the pictures

I really hope you enjoy it

You do not need much for this recipe – mainly a bunch of cheese 😉

You might find it odd that there are eggs in the recipe but it helps give the Mac and Cheese more of a casserole texture

This recipe can be gluten – free if you use gluten – free pasta. I suggestion corn pasta ( they sell it at Trader Joes)

Now let’s see some pictures 🙂

SOOO something funny happened Watson wanted a taste – he approves of this casserole

Enjoy the video of my dad trying the dish 🙂

If you would like more videos like the one above please let me know – make sure you are following me on YouTube

This is one of my favorite shots I took — I seriously just want to drive into that casserole ( that is not weird right …)

Comment if you plan to make this recipe – I hope you like it as much as we did.

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe

: Sara

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • ½ Stick of Butter
  • 2½ Cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 Eggs
  • ½ Cup of Milk
  • Pinch of Paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 - grease casserole dish ( I used a little of the butter)
  2. Cook Macaroni - drain hot water
  3. Melt butter in the pot, add pasta and 2 Cups of cheese
  4. In a bowl whisk eggs, milk and paprika together
  5. Add egg mixture to the pasta - mix well and spread into the casserole dish
  6. Spread the rest of the cheese on the pasta and bake uncovered for 30 minutes
  7. Enjoy

Recipe is adapted from HERE

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Comments

  • Cyndy

    LOVE that crusty cheese on the top, I’m always picking at that part :). Love your video, would like to see more like that.

  • lynn tranquellino

    Just made this with dinner tonight. So delish and easy to make. Will definitely be making it again soon!

  • Rhonda Stoner

    Looks so easy. Will be trying this soon.

  • Heather Thiel

    Looks easy enough!

    (commenting for Quick giveaway 🙂

  • kelly galpin

    i made this and it was delicious!

  • Miranda

    Sounds yummy! (P.S. I share Mac and Cheese with my kitty, too!)

  • Josephine

    looks pretty easy my boyfriend would love if I made him this. <3

  • SENIA FUENTES

    Pinned this….and in less than an hour, got 3 ppl to pin it. Can’t wait to make this tomorrow !

  • Cyndy

    Made this a few nights ago, 3 of us polished off the pan of it, so I’d say it was a hit!

  • Renee

    I’makong this today for family luncheon. Can’t wait

  • Camille

    I’ve seen so many recipes for Mac and Cheese but this one is by far looks really good. Can’t wait to tackle this recipe tonight. Can’t wait to eat dinner.

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  • Joan

    What size casserole dish 9×13 ?

    • Sara

      Yep 🙂

  • Toni

    If I were to make this as a side dish, how many would you say this recipe serves? making it for a church function but need to know how much to make 🙂

    • Sara

      I would say 16

  • Kate

    In the oven now! Smells yummy and was so easy tomake

  • Nash

    All I have for cheese is a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack, would this work????

    • Sara

      Yes it will 🙂 enjoy!

  • Brigid Van Vacter

    Can you make this dish ahead of time and then refrigerate until ready to bake, like overnight maybe?? Or will the egg mixture not be good to let it sit on the macaroni?
    Thanks!!

    • Sarah

      I’m wondering the same thing!

  • cheryl

    My son absolutely LOVES this recipe! Thank you 🙂

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What to add to macaroni and cheese to make it taste better? ›

Here are a few of my favorite cheesy upgrades...
  1. Gruyere. This nutty, rich Swiss cheese is one of our favorites , showing up in our best quiches and French onion soup. ...
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What not to do when making mac and cheese? ›

Here's what several experts say are the biggest mistakes when it comes to making macaroni and cheese at home and how to avoid making them.
  1. Using Only Cheddar cheese. ...
  2. Not Adding Spice and Seasoning with Salt. ...
  3. Choosing the Wrong Pasta. ...
  4. Overcooking. ...
  5. Skimping on the Toppings.
May 21, 2020

What is the difference between southern mac and cheese? ›

Southern-style mac and cheese is typically made with a milk-and-egg base rather than a roux. Here, the milk component is an infused milk-and-cream mixture reserved from cooking the noodles (which adds even more richness to the dish). The finished macaroni and cheese is firm enough to slice into solid squares.

What is Shaq's mac and cheese recipe? ›

Shaq's Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
  1. Refrigerated. • 1 Egg.
  2. Condiments. • 1 stick Margarine.
  3. Pasta & Grains. • 1 (16-ounce)) box Elbow macaroni.
  4. Baking & Spices. • 1 tbsp Flour. • 1/2 tsp Salt.
  5. Oils & Vinegars. • 1 tsp Vegetable oil.
  6. Bread & Baked Goods. • 1 cup Bread crumbs.
  7. Dairy. • 1 (16-ounce) package Cheddar cheese, sharp.

How to doctor up mac and cheese? ›

8 Ways to Elevate Your Macaroni and Cheese Dinners
  1. Add extra cheese to your dish.
  2. Mix in some hot sauce and chicken to make buffalo chicken mac n' cheese.
  3. Add in vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and spinach.
  4. Sprinkle some bacon bits or breadcrumbs on the top of your dish.
  5. Add spices and fresh herbs to your dish.
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How does Gordon Ramsay make the best mac and cheese? ›

Preparation
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the pasta and milk. ...
  2. Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and add the butter, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. ...
  3. Divide between serving bowls and top with the bread crumbs.
  4. Enjoy!
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What is the best cheese for macaroni and cheese? ›

What Is the Best Cheese for Mac and Cheese? Sharp cheddar is the overwhelming popular choice, but for extra-creamy results, we think medium cheddar is even better. Other delicious options include Gruyère, smoked Gouda, and Monterey Jack.

How to keep mac and cheese creamy? ›

Cream cheese: Here's my secret ingredient for the best creamy mac and cheese. A little cream cheese adds a lovely silky texture to the sauce.

What cheeses are not to use for mac and cheese? ›

Feta, queso fresco and paneer

As delicious as feta is in a salad or sprinkled over soup, this dry and crumbly cheese just isn't ideal for mac and cheese. Feta has a high moisture level and doesn't melt properly, so it would clump rather than give you a smooth sauce.

What is muddy mac and cheese? ›

Baked mac & cheese topped with chili and corn chips.

What does S mac stand for in mac and cheese? ›

S'MAC (short for Sarita's Macaroni & Cheese) is an exciting eatery located in the heart of Manhattan's East Village. We opened our doors on June 24, 2006. We specialize in, you guessed it, Macaroni & Cheese!

What is Canadian mac and cheese? ›

Kraft Dinner (marketed as KD) in Canada, Kraft Mac & Cheese in the United States, Australia and New Zealand, Mac and Cheese in the United Kingdom and internationally, is a nonperishable, packaged macaroni and cheese product.

Which president made mac and cheese popular? ›

Bottom line, Jefferson loved his macaroni and when he became president, he pushed a pro-macaroni agenda on official Washington. This did not always go over well. One guest wrote of a presidential dinner: “Dinner not as elegant as when we dined before.

What's the original mac and cheese? ›

Cheese and pasta casseroles were recorded in the 14th century in the Italian cookbook Liber de Coquina, which featured a dish of Parmesan cheese and pasta. A cheese and pasta casserole known as makerouns, was recorded in the 14th-century medieval English cookbook the Forme of Cury.

What to do if mac and cheese is bland? ›

Try adding a little more salt first, because that might fix it. If the problem was the cheese you use doesn't have much flavor, then try adding some other flavors, such has mustard or hot sauce. The next time you make it, try to find some more strongly flavor cheese, or adding more cheese.

What adds Flavour to mac and cheese? ›

Cayenne, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, and Dry Mustard

Simply add ½ teaspoons of cayenne, black pepper, and dry mustard with a dash of nutmeg to a mixture of 1 egg and 1 cup (0.24 l) of heavy cream. Pour this spice mixture on top of your traditional mac and cheese recipe before baking.

How to enhance cheese flavor? ›

Other common additions to help offset the lack of flavour in poorly-aged cheeses are:
  1. Salt. Remember, salt is essentially a flavour enhancer and will bring out the natural taste of any other ingredient.
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  3. Ground cayenne or red pepper.
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