Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 ounce uncooked macaroni
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
  • 1 cup half and half ((or ½ cup cream and ½ cup milk))
  • ½ -1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • ½ -1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, (grated )
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese
, (grated )
  • ½ cup jack cheese
  • Salt and pepper, (to taste)

Instruction

  • Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
  • Add butter to skillet, as soon as butter melts whisk in flour. Continue whisking until flour is fully mixed with butter. Then cook for about a minute to get rid of the flour taste.
  • Slowly add the evaporated milk a little at a time, followed by the half and half; you do not want the mixture to form any lumps. Simmer for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
  • Add seasonings, onion and garlic powder, Creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper.
  • Bring to a simmer and let it simmer gently for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the cheeses (reserve some as toppings later), and continue stirring until everything’s melted, evenly combined, and smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Then add the cooked pasta to the pot, and stir to incorporate evenly.
  • Transfer the pasta mixture to a pan or a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish; top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 375F°/190℃ for 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.