Step 1

Melt the butter on a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

When the butter is ready, add the onion and cook until it softens.

Step 3

Add the ground beef and cook until it turns brown (also add seasoning).  Remove from the heat once it's slightly cooked.

Step 4

Prepare the macaroni as per the package instruction, then drain.

Step 5

Make the makaronilaatikko sauce by combining eggs, milk, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg --- mix with a whisk.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 200°C (375°F).

Step 7

Combine the ground beef with the drained macaroni and arrange them evenly in a baking dish.

Step 8

Pour the sauce into the macaroni and ground beef, then distribute the cheese on top.

Step 9

Place your macaroni dish in the lower part of the oven for about 35 minutes or until the top turns golden.

Step 10

Set aside to cool.

Step 11

Serve your Finnish macaroni casserole with some ketchup on top --- enjoy!