Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Generously butter a 9 x 13 baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook elbow macaroni according to the package directions in salted water until almost al dente and still firm to the bite. Drain.

Step 3

To a large mixing bowl, add the evaporated milk, half and half, sour cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper, and whisk to combine. Add more salt to taste if needed until you are pleased with the flavor. Add eggs and whisk until mixed in.

Step 4

Add the cheeses, reserving about a cup for topping, and mix with a wooden spoon until combined. Pour the macaroni noodles into the bowl with the milk and cheese mixture and stir to combine.

Step 5

Transfer the macaroni and cheese to the prepared baking dish, top with the remaining cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. allow the mac and cheese to cool for a few minutes and enjoy!