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Easy Homemade Macaroni & Cheese

Updated: Aug 4, 2023

Is there anything better than homemade macaroni and cheese? It's a staple in our house and is what most would consider a national treasure. Its ooey-gooey cheesy goodness makes it the ultimate comfort food, making it the perfect side dish for a busy weeknight dinner or any celebration. This recipe comes together in record time and will be a fan favorite for sure!


Yield: 8 servings


Ingredients

16 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked al dente and drained

½ cup reserved pasta water

12 ounces evaporated milk

½ cup butter

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded

1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shredded

1 teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon dried parsley


Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.


Prepare pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain pasta.


In a 6 quart stockpot, melt butter. Return pasta to stockpot. Slowly stir in evaporated milk. Add 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese and ½ cup Parmesan, then mix in the seasonings.


Heat pasta through and allow sauce to slightly thicken, approximately 2-3 minutes.


Remove from heat and add mixture to a greased 3-quart baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.


Serve warm.

baked macaroni and cheese


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