Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Southern-Style Macaroni and Cheese recipe. Creamy and cheesy, this dish is a delightful blend of flavors that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With a rich combination of mild cheddar, white cheddar, and colby-jack cheeses, every bite is a warm hug that evokes nostalgia. Enhanced with a touch of paprika for flavor depth, this macaroni and cheese is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy nights in. Whether served as a main course or side dish, it promises to be a hit at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups elbow pasta
- 8 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup colby-jack cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cook elbow pasta in boiling water seasoned with chicken bouillon powder until al dente; drain.
- Melt butter in a mixing bowl; add milk, heavy whipping cream, and eggs. Season with salt and pepper; whisk until combined.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese mixture and stir in sour cream and most of the grated cheeses.
- Transfer to a greased casserole dish, top with remaining cheese and sprinkle paprika.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 845mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 140mg