Almost Award Winning Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 16 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups whole milk
- ¾ cup whipping cream
- 10 ounces natural cheese – any combination colby-jack, Muenster, Gruyere, shredded (2 ½ cups)
- 4 ounces Velveeta cheese cubed (1 cup)
- ½ cup 1 stick butter, cut in pieces
- 1 egg beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Panko bread crumbs optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large pan, cook macaroni according to package directions in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, combine macaroni, milk, cream, natural cheeses, Velveeta, butter, egg, salt and pepper; mix well.
- Turn into a 13×9-inch baking pan or dish; cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until bubbly.
- For a crunchy topping, after 30 minutes baking, uncover and top with bread crumbs.
- Bake uncovered 15 minutes longer.
Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.
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