Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11

The ultimate comfort food: Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package macaroni and cheese mix
	1 1/4 cups evaporated milk
	2 eggs
	salt and ground black pepper to taste
	8 ounces thinly sliced Cheddar cheese , divided
	1/2 cup butter , diced - divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

625

Sugar

Fat

43g

Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style is a classic dish in the American South, perfect for large family gatherings or a weeknight dinner. The dish is typically made with elbow macaroni, Cheddar cheese, and a creamy sauce made with milk or cream. This recipe puts a twist on the classic Southern dish by using evaporated milk and adding eggs to the mix. The result is a delicious, creamy dish that everyone will love.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
2.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for about 8 minutes or until al dente.
3.	Drain macaroni and return to pot. Stir in evaporated milk, eggs, salt, and pepper. Add half the Cheddar cheese and half the butter. Mix well.
4.	Pour into prepared baking dish. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese and butter. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style is the ultimate comfort food.
It’s creamy, cheesy, and filling, perfect for a cold winter night or a rainy day indoors.
This recipe is easy to customize to your own taste, with the option of adding in your own favorite ingredients like bacon or jalapenos.

CONS

Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style is not the healthiest option due to its high fat and calorie content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
This recipe may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Macaroni and Cheese Southern Style may not be the most nutritious food, it does offer some health benefits. The dish provides a good source of calcium and protein from the cheese, and the eggs in the recipe are a good source of vitamin D. However, this dish is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.