Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
A cheesy Southern classic perfect for any meal and especially for holidays.
Ingredients
- 3/4 tsp Camper Seasoning Mix
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour — mix with the listed Camper Seasoning Mix to make seasoned flour
- 2 Tbsp butter + more to grease pan
- 1/2 cup melted butter (cooled)
- 1 16 oz. box macaroni pasta
- 4 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese — grated
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Cooking Steps
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cook macaroni pasta following the directions on the package.
Lightly grease a 9" x 13" casserole dish with butter.
Place cooked macaroni in casserole dish.
In a large pan, over low heat, melt the butter and then add the seasoned flour mixture.
Stir for 2 minutes and then slowly add the milk while stirring constantly.
Add salt and pepper.
Use a whisk to prevent and remove lumps if needed.
Continue to cook until the sauce is smooth and thick, about 8 minutes.
Use a whisk to prevent and remove lumps if needed.
Pour the sauce over the macaroni in casserole dish and then add the cooled melted butter and cheese.
Stir to evenly mix the ingredients.
In a bowl, lightly beat eggs and then add evaporated milk.
Pour the mixture over the macaroni and stir again.
Cover tightly with foil and cook for 40 minutes, then remove foil and cook for another 15 minutes until cheese is brown.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Kitchen Tips
The recipe will be much better if the cheese is a block of cheese hand grated versus purchasing pre- grated in the package. Also, use extra sharp cheddar cheese as it makes a big difference!