Description
A classic southern mac and cheese recipe that embodies soul food traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until smooth.
- Add salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the sauce.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, mixing well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or sausage.
- Use a mix of cheeses for a different taste.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: southern mac and cheese recipe soul food