Macaroni & Cheese
📜 Collection: Patsy Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Entrees A comforting baked macaroni and cheese featuring a rich blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. This vintage-style casserole bakes up bubbly and golden brown for a hearty family-favorite dinner.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 1 hour | None | 6–8 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cups | Macaroni | Uncooked |
| 5 Tbsp. | Butter | Melted or softened |
| 1 | Eggs | Beaten |
| 1/4 tsp. | Salt | None |
| 1/2 tsp. | Pepper | None |
| 3 cups | Milk | None |
| 2 cups | Mozzarella | Shredded |
| 4 cups | Cheddar Cheese | Shredded, divided |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Combine
- Cook the 5 cups macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the 5 Tbsp. butter, beaten 1 egg, 1/4 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. pepper, 3 cups milk, 2 cups mozzarella, and all but 1 cup of the 4 cups cheddar cheese.
Step 2: Bake
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F until hot and bubbling.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Cheddar Cheese over the top, and bake for 15 more minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
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