Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F.

Step 2

Butter an 8x10 casserole dish. Set aside.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of seasoned water to a boil. (I season my water generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. It should taste a bit salty)

Step 4

Cook pasta until a little under al dente ( about 7 minutes)

Step 5

Drain and set aside.

Step 6

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter.

Step 7

Whisk in flour and continue stirring until golden.

Step 8

Slowly whisk in half n half.

Step 9

Continue stirring until smooth.

Step 10

Stir in 1 cup Colby Jack cheese until sauce is creamy.

Step 11

Pour cheese sauce over macaroni, tossing to coat.

Step 12

Pour macaroni into prepared pan. Set aside.

Step 13

In a large bowl, add milk, 2 cups Colby Jack cheese, and 1/4 cup Smoked Cheddar.

Step 14

Taste mixture and add salt and pepper until the mixture tastes seasoned to your liking.

Step 15

Add in eggs and stir well to make sure the eggs are mixed in.

Step 16

Pour egg mixture over the macaroni. (Use a spatula to help push the mixture throughout so that everything isn't just sitting on top). (see note)

Step 17

Sprinkle the top with remaining cheeses. (I never need all of it)

Step 18

Bake for 30-35 minutes. (may not need this long so check on it at the 25-minute mark)

Step 19

Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.