My GrandMom Made this « Old Fashion Mac And Cheese »…Be kind To Her
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Boil the Macaroni:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or casserole pan with butter. 🧈
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add 2 cups of elbow macaroni and cook for 6 to 7 minutes (slightly under al dente). Drain well.
- Combine Butter & Cheese:
- Transfer the hot drained macaroni into a large mixing bowl. 🌾
- Immediately add ¼ cup cubed butter and 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stir gently until the butter melts and the cheese coats the hot pasta. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. 🧂
- Assemble in Baking Dish:
- Pour the cheesy macaroni mixture into your prepared baking dish.
- Carefully pour 2 cups of whole milk over the top of the macaroni. (Don’t worry if it looks liquidy; the pasta absorbs the milk as it bakes into a velvety sauce!) 🥛
- Top & Bake:
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top. 🧀
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are bubbly and the top cheese layer turns golden brown. ⏲️
- Rest & Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow the sauce to set slightly.
- Scoop warm onto plates and enjoy Grandma’s comforting classic! 😋✨
