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A close-up of a golden, bubbly homemade baked macaroni and cheese with a crispy cheese crust. The creamy pasta is perfectly layered with melted cheddar, muenster, and gouda.

Homemade Mac and Cheese

This homemade baked macaroni and cheese is rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor! Made with a blend of cheddar, muenster, and gouda, this Southern-style comfort dish has a golden-brown, bubbly cheese crust and a smooth, custard-like texture inside. Baked to perfection with heavy cream and eggs, it's the ultimate side dish for holidays, family dinners, or potlucks. Easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser, this cheesy mac and cheese is sure to become a household favorite! 🧀✨
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern Cooking
Servings 10
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot for boiling pasta.
  • Large casserole dish to bake the macaroni and cheese.
  • Mixing Bowl to combine egg and heavy cream.
  • Whisk to combine egg and heavy cream.

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz long macaroni or whatever pasta you prefer
  • 1 lb cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 lb muenster cheese
  • 1/2 lb gouda cheese
  • 1 pt heavy whipping cream
  • 3 lg eggs
  • 4 tbsp butter

Instructions
 

  • Boil macaroni in salt water until tender.
  • Melt 2 tbsp butter in the bottom of a large casserole dish.
  • Layer noodles, muenster cheese, and half the cheddar. Top with a few pads of butter.
  • Add another layer of noodles, more cheddar, gouda, and top with a few pads of butter.
  • Beat the eggs in the whipping cream and pour over the entire casserole. Dot with any additional pads of butter on top.
  • Bake uncovered at 375℉ for about 20 minutes. Check to see if it's done by sliding a spoon down one side of the casserole. It should be congealed, not runny. If it is still runny continue to bake and recheck every 5 minutes until you get the desired consistency.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional values provided are estimates only and are calculated based on general nutritional data for the listed ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on the specific brands, measurements, and preparation methods used. For precise dietary information, please consult a registered dietitian or use a verified nutrition calculator with the exact ingredients you use.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2.5mg
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