This easy mac and cheese is baked in the oven for a quick meal. A friend of mine sent me this recipe when I got my first apartment because she knew I hated cooking! It's easy to make and tastes great!
Ingredients
- 1 package macaroni , 12 ounce
- 2 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 2.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter , melted
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
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2
Boil macaroni in a large pot of salted water until barely done, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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3
Whisk milk and egg together in a large bowl; stir in cheese and butter.
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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.
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5
Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until top is browned, 30 to 40 minutes.
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6
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
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