How to Make Macaroni Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroni Pie is a beloved, classic dish that has been a staple in many Caribbean households for generations. This savory and comforting dish features al dente macaroni pasta, mixed with a rich and creamy cheese sauce, and baked until golden and bubbly. With its simple yet satisfying flavors, Macaroni Pie is the perfect comfort food that is sure to please the whole family.

This dish has its roots in British cuisine, but it has been adapted and perfected in the Caribbean over the years. ...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages elbow macaroni
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Whisk milk and eggs together in a bowl.
  • Layer 1/2 of the cooked macaroni over the bottom of the prepared dish, then cover with 1/2 of the Cheddar; repeat layers once more. Pour milk-egg mixture over top, filling the dish 3/4 full. Sprinkle salt over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    743 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 136mg
    • Sodium: 490mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 92g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 544mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 341mg