Best 3 Southern Mac And Cheese Recipes

In the realm of comfort food, mac and cheese reigns supreme. This classic dish, with its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender pasta, has captured hearts and taste buds for generations. Our collection of Southern mac and cheese recipes takes this beloved dish to new heights, offering a variety of flavors and styles to suit every palate. From the classic baked mac and cheese, with its golden-brown crust and gooey interior, to the skillet mac and cheese, with its crispy edges and smoky flavor, to the slow-cooker mac and cheese, with its hands-off convenience, we've got you covered. And for those who like their mac and cheese with a little kick, our spicy mac and cheese recipe is sure to deliver. No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a cheesy, delicious treat that will warm your soul and leave you craving more.

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SOUTHERN BAKED MAC AND CHEESE

Southern Baked Mac and Cheese image

This rich and decadent baked pasta is a Southern Black staple for holidays and special occasions. Steering away from the standard stovetop mac, this version includes three kinds of cheese and bakes up like a casserole with a crispy, golden top. The addition of eggs makes it similar to a cheesy, savory custard. Warning: This is not diet food!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
5 large eggs
3 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound sharp Cheddar, shredded
1 pound whole-milk mozzarella, shredded
1 pound Gouda, shredded

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until 3 minutes less than fully cooked. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled; drain well. Add the cooked pasta back to the pot.
Put the eggs, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, ground mustard, nutmeg and a big pinch of salt in a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Pour over the cooked pasta and stir to combine.
Toss together the Cheddar, mozzarella and Gouda in a large bowl. Add the cheeses to the pot and stir to evenly combine. Transfer the mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
Bake until the center of the mac and cheese is set and the top is golden brown, 60 to 70 minutes. Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.

MEL'S SOUTHERN MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY

Mel's Southern Mac And Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: elbow macaroni, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, salt and pepper, creole seasoning, ritz cracker

Provided by Melissa Millikin

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
salt and pepper, to taste
creole seasoning, to taste
1 ritz cracker, crushed

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°C.
Boil the macaroni as directed. Drain and set aside.
Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, and seasonings in a separate bowl. Then, mix in cheeses and once combined, add pasta.
Spray an 8x8 or 9x13 baking dish and pour in pasta mixture. Add crushed Ritz crackers on top.
Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Let rest for 10-15 minutes.
Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 3 grams

GRANDMA'S SOUTHERN MAC AND CHEESE

Grandma's Southern Mac and Cheese image

This is my grandmother's macaroni and cheese recipe that we all crave and only get to have twice a year, if we play our cards right. Fairly simple and straightforward. The key is cooking time more than anything.

Provided by Rhett Towles

Categories Side Dish

Time 48m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound elbow macaroni
4 pounds Cheddar cheese, sliced
1 ½ cups milk
5 eggs, or more to taste
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
Layer some of the macaroni in a 5-quart baking dish; top with a layer of Cheddar cheese. Continue layering macaroni and Cheddar cheese into the dish, ending with a Cheddar cheese layer.
Beat milk, eggs, and mustard together in a bowl; pour over macaroni mixture, ensuring milk mixture gets to all of the macaroni.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and just before cheese around the sides gets crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 143.3 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 599 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips:

Use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar or a combination of cheeses will give you the best flavor.
Cook the macaroni al dente. This means that it should be tender but still have a little bit of a bite to it.
Make a roux. This is a mixture of butter and flour that will help to thicken the cheese sauce.
Season the cheese sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other spices that you like.
Don't overcook the mac and cheese. Once the cheese sauce is melted and the macaroni is heated through, it's done.
Top the mac and cheese with breadcrumbs or grated Parmesan cheese before baking.

Conclusion:

Southern mac and cheese is a classic comfort food dish that is loved by people of all ages. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it cheesy, gooey, or crispy, there's a southern mac and cheese recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give southern mac and cheese a try.