Ingredients for Mary S Macaroni And Cheese
- Elbow Macaroni
- Butter
- Velveeta Cheese
- Cheddar Cheese
- Egg
- Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
How to Make Mary S Macaroni And Cheese
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook 1 pound of elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- While macaroni is cooking, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Spread half of the cooked macaroni evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cubed Velveeta cheese and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the macaroni.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 2 1/2 cups of whole milk until smooth and well combined.
- Pour half of the egg mixture over the cheese layer.
- Repeat layers with remaining macaroni, Velveeta, cheddar, and egg mixture.
- Sprinkle the top with 1/2 teaspoon of paprika.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then stir gently to combine the layers.
- Bake for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
58g
Carbs
16g