Patti Labelle's Macaroni and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350.

Step 2

Lightly butter a deep 2 1/2 quart baking dish.

Step 3

Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rapid boil.

Step 4

Add macaroni and the 1 TB oil.

Step 5

Cook for 7 minutes, or until somewhat tender.

Step 6

Drain well, and return to the pot.

Step 7

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt 8 TB of the butter.

Step 8

Stir into macaroni.

Step 9

In a large bowl, combine all of the shredded cheeses.

Step 10

To the macaroni, add 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheeses, half and half, the cubed cheese and the eggs, and the seasoned salt and pepper.

Step 11

Transfer to the prepared casserole dish, and top with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.

Step 12

Dot with remaining 1 TB of the butter.

Step 13

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and bubbly.

Step 14

Serve hot.

Step 15

Serves 8.