OLD FASHIONED BAKED MAC 'N CHEESE

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Most requested recipe for me to bring to a potluck or family reunion. I received it from my husband's aunt in the 1960s and has since been my favorite dish. The recipe may be halved for a 9 x 9 inch baking dish.

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) box macaroni elbow macaroni
2 teaspoons salt
2 quarts water
4 eggs
3 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons butter, melted
2 (12 ounce) packages cheese, shredded
1 (8 ounce) package cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni noodles in salted water until just before being tender. (Noodles will continue to bake in dish.).
  • While noodles are cooking, beat eggs in a large bowl.
  • Add milk to eggs and stir in all other ingredients except the 8 ounces of cheese.
  • Combine drained noodles with egg mixture.
  • Pour into buttered 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  • Begin baking at 450 degrees for 15 minutes. Then reduce heat to 375 degrees and bake 15 more minutes until becomes bubbly and slight brown at edges. Sprinkle 8 ounces of cheese on top and bake for last 5 minutes. Do not over bake. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes.

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