How to Make Elsie's Baked Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of classic comfort food, then Elsie's Baked Mac and Cheese is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. This rich and creamy dish is the perfect combination of gooey cheese, tender pasta, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It's the ultimate indulgence that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds - and maybe even thirds!

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups Borden® Triple Cheddar Natural Shreds
  • 1 cup Borden® Colby Jack Natural Shreds
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons Borden® Butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Borden® Vitamin D Milk
  • 1 cup Borden® Half & Half
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the inside of a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Combine Cheddar and Colby Jack cheeses in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Blend in flour, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk and half & half. Stir constantly, until mixture boils and thickens (about 2 to 3 minutes). Remove from heat and add cayenne and black peppers, and 2 cups of the reserved cheese mixture; stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  • Stir cooked macaroni into the sauce and season to taste. Place in the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and dot with additional butter, if desired. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned.
  • Nutrition

    623 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 568mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 94mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 227mg