"Cherrybounce" > wrote in message
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>I had macaroni and cheese once at a party. It had eggs in it which kind
> of made it like pasta in a creamy custard, which I've never had before,
> but it was so good. And it was not all orange cheesy. Anybody have a
> recipe for anything like this? FYI, it was in New Orleans, and the
> cook was an elderly black lady, so maybe it's a kind of soul food
> thing, maybe, maybe not.
>
We just love this one for good old fashion Macaroni and cheese. It's very
rich and we wouldn't have it often. I've made it with a variety of cheddar
cheeses and it's been good every time.

Lynne

Stove Top Mac-n-Cheese
Alton Brown

1/2 pound elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs
6 ounces evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Fresh black pepper
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
10 ounces sharp cheddar, shredded



1In a large pot of boiling, salted water cook the pasta to al dente and
drain. Return to the pot and melt in the butter. Toss to coat.
2Whisk together the eggs, milk, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and mustard. Stir
into the pasta and add the cheese. Over low heat continue to stir for 3
minutes or until creamy.


Servings: 8