How to Make Southern Macaroni and Cheese Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can compare to a rich and creamy macaroni and cheese. This beloved classic is a staple in many Southern kitchens, where it is often served as a side dish at family gatherings, potlucks, and holiday meals. But what if we told you that you could take this beloved dish to a whole new level by turning it into a Southern Macaroni and Cheese Pie?

This mouthwatering dish combines all the flavors of traditional macaroni and cheese with the flaky, butt...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch dish

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole 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.
  • While the macaroni is cooking, slowly melt butter in a large pot over low heat. Stir in evaporated milk and pepper; cook until heated through.
  • Whisk eggs in a bowl until smooth. Whisk in about 1/2 cup of the hot evaporated milk mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, until thoroughly incorporated. Whisk egg mixture back into the saucepan and continue to heat gently, whisking constantly, until milk mixture almost comes to a simmer and the sauce thickens.
  • Gently mix in cooked macaroni and salt until combined. Spoon 1/4 of the macaroni mixture in a layer into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish and top with 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Repeat layers three more times, then sprinkle paprika over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    621 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 26g
    • Cholesterol: 197mg
    • Sodium: 919mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 742mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 425mg