Caribbean Macaroni Cheese Pie
Experience the irresistible flavors of the Caribbean with this creamy, cheesy, and delightfully spiced Macaroni Cheese Pie. This crowd-pleasing dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and a kick of Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika for a bold twist. A crispy topping of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese adds the perfect golden crunch to each bite. Baked to bubbly perfection, this Caribbean comfort food is ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics with every comforting forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Elbow macaroni
- 1 tsp Salt
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 360 ml Evaporated milk
- 200 g Grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 100 g Grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Ground paprika
- 1 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 units Eggs
- 50 g Breadcrumbs
- 30 g Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the evaporated milk while whisking to ensure no lumps form. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Add the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
In a small bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Temper the eggs by adding a small amount of the cheese sauce to the eggs while whisking continuously to prevent curdling. Then, add the tempered eggs back into the cheese sauce and mix thoroughly.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, ensuring that each piece of pasta is evenly coated.
Transfer the macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the macaroni pie to create a crispy topping.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Caribbean Macaroni Cheese Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.2 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.7 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 802 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 6527 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.7 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.7 g | ||
| Protein | 174.6 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 3706 mg | 285% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
