Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Description
This easy mac and cheese is baked in the oven for a quick and easy meal, making this delicious casserole the perfect homemade comfort food dinner.
Ingredients
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1 (12 ounce) package macaroni
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2 cups milk
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1 egg
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2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
2
Boil macaroni in a large pot of salted water until barely done, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
3
Whisk milk and egg together in a large bowl; stir in cheese and butter.
4
Place par-boiled macaroni in the prepared baking dish. Pour milk mixture over macaroni, season with salt and pepper, and stir until combined. Press mixture evenly into the baking dish.
5
Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.
6
Serve hot and enjoy!