Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of John Legend’s Macaroni and Cheese, a dish that transforms any meal into a celebration. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this mac and cheese combines rich flavors from extra-sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with a velvety texture that will leave everyone asking for more. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this comfort food classic is sure to impress guests of all ages. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, you can even make it ahead of time and bake it just before serving. Get ready for a delightful culinary experience that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cans evaporated milk (12 ounces each)
- 1/3 cup skim milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 16 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- Paprika, coarse salt, and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add butter to the hot macaroni and toss until melted.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, skim milk, eggs, seasoned salt, garlic powder, coarse salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, mix both cheeses.
- Layer half the macaroni in the baking dish followed by half the cheese mixture; repeat layers.
- Pour the milk mixture over everything and sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg