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John Legend's Macaroni and Cheese

John Legend’s Macaroni and Cheese


  • Author: Alyssa
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

🧀 2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
🧀 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
🍝 1 pound elbow macaroni
🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
🥛 2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk
🥛 1/3 cup skim milk
🥚 2 large eggs
🧂 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
🧂 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
🧂 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for pasta water
🧂 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
🌶️ 1/4 teaspoon paprika


Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat oven, prep pan, and cook macaroni:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish; set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt and macaroni. Cook until al dente according to package directions. 🍝

2️⃣ Drain macaroni and toss with butter:
Drain, and return to pot. Add butter, and toss until pasta is coated and butter has melted; set aside. 🧈

3️⃣ Combine milks, eggs, and seasonings:
In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, skim milk, and eggs. Add seasoned salt, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; set aside. 🥛🥚

4️⃣ Arrange macaroni and cheeses in dish:
Place 1/3 macaroni in an even layer in the bottom of prepared baking dish; cover evenly with 1/3 cheese. Repeat with remaining macaroni and cheese mixture. 🧀

5️⃣ Add milk mixture:
Pour milk mixture evenly over contents of baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. 🌶️

6️⃣ Bake:
Bake until top layer is lightly browned, 35 to 45 minutes. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving. 🕧

Notes

For a healthier twist, try using whole wheat macaroni.
If you prefer a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 45