I’m pretty sure you all know how hard it is to find a good, southern, soul food style baked macaroni and cheese recipe, right? People tend to keep a tight grasp on their prized macaroni & cheese recipes, but not in
my family. We share our favorite recipes like they are going on out of style! “Aint no sense in taking recipes to the grave” is how my grandmother sees it. Well, imagine my shock when my sister sashayed in on Thanksgiving and casually placed this baked macaroni & cheese on the table. I could have sworn I had all of my family members baked mac n cheese recipes. What was this impostor all about! The proof was in the taste. I had one (ok three) plates of this macaroni and cheese and was on her heels like ash in the wintertime trying to get this recipe.
My husband took a bite and said, “um, you need to take your mac n cheese recipe off your blog and put this one up. This one is way better than yours!” THANKS A LOT, MATT…You’ll pay for that comment dearly! lol Yall this baked macaroni and cheese is FULL OF SOUL!! That is the first thing that came to mind when I took that first bite. Usually, I’m not that into mac and cheese recipes that involve Velveeta, but this one….yeah, this one gets a pass! I just love how that top layer of smoked cheese forms like a crust. It’s super creamy, flavorful, and easy. The MVP is definitely that SMOKED CHEDDAR! Good God, I couldn’t stop eating this stuff. So big sis…I will bow down gracefully to you and say that you make THE BEST Baked MAC N CHEESE EVER! I’m sure that if you give it a try, it will end up going into your recipe collection, as well. Get the Recipe: Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese RecipeThis southern baked macaronis and cheese is full of soul and flavor. Smoked cheddar is the secret to this truly addictive, baked macaroni and cheese recipe.
~Tips~ *UPDATE* Sorry sis but I think I’ve discovered a new best-baked macaroni and cheese recipe lol I’ll be posting it soon guys, but this one is still a favorite!! Wait I’ve got more macaroni and cheese recipes!! Check these out!Creamy baked macaroni and cheese!(this one is great for kids and adults It has no Velveeta)
Classic Homemade Baked Macaroni & Cheese The first mac and cheese posted on my site. Should I cover mac and cheese while baking?No, it's not necessary to cover mac and cheese while it bakes. You want the topping to become golden brown and crispy so baking uncovered is a must.
Should I cover mac and cheese with foil when baking?No, you don't cover it with foil as it will steam the insides instead of giving it a baked texture. What toppings can you put on baked mac and cheese? We love a good buttered panko or buttered ritz topping. Melt the butter in your skillet then toast the panko/ritz crackers in the melted butter until slightly toasted.
How do you keep mac and cheese from drying out in the oven?Add more cheese
That final layer of cheese on top isn't just for looks; it also helps keep the saucy noodles underneath from drying out during baking. Breadcrumbs also help insulate the noodles, acting as a protective layer while baking that also happens to add a nice little crunch.
How do you cook macaroni in the oven?Directions. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). ... . Boil macaroni in a large pot of salted water until barely done, about 5 minutes. ... . Whisk together milk and egg in a large bowl. ... . Place par-boiled macaroni in the prepared baking dish. ... . Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until top is browned, 30 to 40 minutes.. |