
Let cool/set for about 5 - 10 minutes before serving.Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes in a 350 degree oven or until golden/brown in color.Sprinkle with leftover shredded cheese so as to cover the macaroni mixture.Transfer half of macaroni mixture to the prepared baking dish, and layer with the white cubed cheddar cheese.Add an additional 1/4 cup sharp shredded cheese, Mix together.Add cook macaroni pasta to the cheese mixture.If the sauce is getting to thick add a small amount of milk or water.Add garlic powder, onion powder, vegetable seasoning, black or white pepper and keep stirring.Add half of the shredded mild and sharp cheddar cheese, mix together.Add egg mixture and keep stirring constantly, you do not want the eggs to scramble.Add the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup water to a deep pot on medium to low heat and until almost melted, stirring constantly to prevent the cream cheese from burning.Whisk eggs with milk until fluffy, set aside.Drain and rinse under cold running water to stop the pasta from cooking, set aside.Add elbow macaroni with 1 teaspoon salt, Cook for 4 minutes.Fill a large pot with one gallon water and bring to a rapid boil.1 teaspoon oil, for greasing the baking dish.20 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded.10 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded.1/2 cup pasta water or normal tap water.Bake, uncovered, until the cheese sauce is bubbling and the panko topping is browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle an even layer of the panko topping over the casserole.
HOMEMADE MAC AND CHEESE BAKED IN GLASS BOWL MAC
Theres no law against covering your mac & cheese while baking, but its not the best choice if you love toasty. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a small microwave-safe bowl in the microwave, then mix in the panko and stir to combine. A bowl of delicious homemade mac and cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese all over the top. Without opening the door, set your stove to broil on hi, and set the timer for 5 minutes. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter over medium heat. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes on the middle rack.

Sprinkle with the grated cheddar then the Parmesan. Stir to make sure everything is mixed well. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or pan. When the elbow macaroni is cooked, drain really well and add to the bowl.In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, skim milk, and eggs. Stir in 1 cup of each cheese, ham (if using), mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until the cheese sauce is fully combined. Generously butter a 13x9 glass baking dish set aside. Continue to whisk the sauce for 1 more minute, then remove it from the heat. Gradually pour in the hot milk and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking constantly. Whisk in the flour to form a thick paste and cook, whisking occasionally, until the aroma of the mixture is more nutty than floury, 2 to 3 minutes. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Heat the milk, either in the microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove, until it’s hot but not boiling. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, for two minutes less than the package recommends for al dente (you’ll finish cooking it in the oven). Grease an 8x8-inch glass or ceramic baking dish or metal baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
