CSM Recipe

Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese

A cheesy Southern classic perfect for any meal and especially for holidays.

Serves: 8Prep: 15 minTotal: 75 min

Source: The Pretty Camper Cookbook — Recipe #34

Camper Kitchen: Convection Friendly

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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

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

Cook macaroni pasta following the directions on the package.

Step 3

Lightly grease a 9" x 13" casserole dish with butter.

Step 4

Place cooked macaroni in casserole dish.

Step 5

In a large pan, over low heat, melt the butter and then add the seasoned flour mixture.

Step 6

Stir for 2 minutes and then slowly add the milk while stirring constantly.

Step 7

Add salt and pepper.

Step 8

Use a whisk to prevent and remove lumps if needed.

Step 9

Continue to cook until the sauce is smooth and thick, about 8 minutes.

Step 10

Use a whisk to prevent and remove lumps if needed.

Step 11

Pour the sauce over the macaroni in casserole dish and then add the cooled melted butter and cheese.

Step 12

Stir to evenly mix the ingredients.

Step 13

In a bowl, lightly beat eggs and then add evaporated milk.

Step 14

Pour the mixture over the macaroni and stir again.

Step 15

Cover tightly with foil and cook for 40 minutes, then remove foil and cook for another 15 minutes until cheese is brown.

Step 16

Remove from oven and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Step 17

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!