Southern Macaroni Pie
Discover the ultimate comfort food classic with this Southern Macaroni Pie recipe, a rich and creamy baked dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This Southern staple combines tender elbow macaroni with a decadent custard made from whole milk, heavy cream, and eggs, all infused with the bold flavors of sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of paprika. Topped with a golden layer of melted cheddar and Parmesan, this dish boasts an irresistible crispy crust that contrasts beautifully with its creamy interior. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to prepare, whether you’re serving it as a hearty side dish or a satisfying main course. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, Southern Macaroni Pie will quickly become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cooking spray or butter for greasing the dish
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, melted butter, salt, pepper, and paprika until fully combined.
Step 4
Add 2 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the milk mixture and stir to combine.
Step 5
Add the cooked and drained macaroni to the cheese mixture, stirring to coat the pasta evenly.
Step 6
Pour the macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the macaroni.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Step 9
Remove the macaroni pie from the oven and let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Slice the macaroni pie into squares and serve warm as a side dish or a main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1205.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3266.9 |
| Total Fat 203.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 124.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 977.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5182.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.8g | |
| Protein 148.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 313.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3140.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1093.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories