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Instructions
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First, cook macaroni according to directions. Rinse, drain and set aside. Spray a 10.5 inch by 7.5 inch baking dish with nonstick spray. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Meanwhile, add butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Once butter has melted, whisk in flour. Continuing whisking to create a thick slurry.
3
Add in the whole milk, evaporated milk, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a light simmer for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
4
Add mozzarella cheese and sharp cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir until thick and creamy. Turn off heat.
5
Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet. Stir until coated.
6
Pour into the greased pan. Add extra cheese on top.
7
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until cheesy is melted on top and edges are bubbly.
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Finally, remove from oven. Serve!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Temper Your Cheese 🧀Add shredded cheese to the hot béchamel sauce off the heat, stirring constantly to melt evenly and prevent clumping or graininess in your final dish.
- Use Evaporated Milk for Richness 🥛The combination of whole milk and evaporated milk creates a luxuriously creamy sauce that won't break or separate, giving you that signature Southern creaminess.
- Cook Pasta Al Dente 🍝Undercook your macaroni by 1-2 minutes since it will continue cooking in the oven, preventing mushy noodles and maintaining a pleasant texture throughout.
- Layer Your Seasonings 🌶️Mix your dry seasonings (onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, black pepper) directly into the béchamel while making the roux for even flavor distribution instead of adding at the end.
- Create a Golden Crust 🔆Reserve some shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella to sprinkle on top before baking, then broil for 1-2 minutes at the end to create a crispy, golden cheese crust.
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