Momma’s Deep-Dish Mac ‘N’ Cheese

My momma makes the best (and easiest!) deep-dish macaroni and cheese. It’s like a baked mac ‘n’ cheese pie with a combination of smoked Gouda, pepper Jack, mozzarella, cottage cheese, and more. It’s one of our family’s favorite dishes and a holiday must-have.

Instructions

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   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 7 x 11-inch (17 x 27 cm) baking dish with butter.

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and return to the warm pot.

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   Add butter to the macaroni and stir until melted and the noodles are well coated.

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   In a large bowl, stir together the sour cream, cottage cheese, 1 cup cheddar, ½ cup Gouda, ½ cup pepper Jack, ½ cup mozzarella, the cheese sauce, evaporated milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne until well combined.

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   Add the sauce to the pot with noodles and mix until fully coated. Season with more salt and black pepper to taste. Stir the eggs until well incorporated.

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   Pour the macaroni into the prepared baking dish and smooth in an even layer.

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   In a medium bowl, toss together the remaining 1 cup cheddar, ½ cup Gouda, ½ cup pepper Jack, and ½ cup mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.

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   Cover the baking dish with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.

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   Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

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    Enjoy!

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    RECIPE BY: Meiko Temple

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