Baked Mac & Cheese (Macaroni Pie)

Steps

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1. 1
   Cook the elbow macaroni in boiling salted water until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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2. 2
   Prepare a cheese blend by shredding white cheddar, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese.
   ≈0:34
3. 3
   In a saucepan, melt butter and add milk or evaporated milk. Season with salt, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and green seasoning. Taste and adjust as needed.
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4. 4
   Add the cheese blend to the milk mixture and stir until melted and smooth.
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5. 5
   Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and mix well until evenly coated.
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6. 6
   Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a baking dish. Add half the mixture, sprinkle cheese in the middle layer, add the remaining mixture, and top with additional cheese.
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7. 7
   Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for approximately 25 minutes until the top is golden brown and the mixture is hot and bubbly.
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