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Haitian Mac And Cheese

A comforting bowl of creamy, cheesy goodness with a buttery, crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Haitian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs for topping

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
  5. Add the cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses to the milk mixture and stir until melted.
  6. Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, then drain.
  7. Mix the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in a large bowl.
  8. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and add them to the pasta mixture with spices.
  9. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  10. Top with breadcrumbs and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

Customize with your favorite cheeses. For added flavor, try adding cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables.