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Army Lou's Soul Food Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Craving rich, creamy, soul-satisfying macaroni and cheese? This recipe, straight from the pages of Midwest Living (June 2006!), delivers an unforgettable taste sensation. No more Chicago trips needed – get ready for the ultimate comfort food experience! This recipe is unbelievably cheesy and creamy, you won't believe how easy it is to make!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 520.4 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.5 (31 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Army Lou's Soul Food Macaroni And Cheese

  • 1 lb Elbow Macaroni
  • 2 lbs Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated or cubed
  • 1 lb Velveeta Cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 (12 ounce) can Evaporated Milk
  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoning Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • Flour, as needed for thickening
  • Milk, as needed for thickening
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Chopped Bacon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Chopped Onions (optional)

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How to Make Army Lou's Soul Food Macaroni And Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth.
  4. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.
  6. Stir in cooked macaroni and mustard. Add the cooked chopped bacon and onions.
  7. Pour macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

91g

Carbs

12g

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