Mac and Cheese - Finally

I have been experimenting with a Mac & Cheese recipe for over a year. I finally have it perfected and I'm sharing it below.


Homemade Macaroni and Cheese

1 (16 ounce) package shell pasta
2 eggs
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1-2 Jalapenos diced (optional)
3-4 pieces of chopped bacon or cubed ham (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic salt or I use California Style Pepper (can be found at Costco)
1 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta)
2 cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded pepper jack or Mexican cheese, divided


Directions
1.Cook macaroni/shells according to package directions. Do not overcook pasta. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, butter, garlic salt and pepper until combined. Add cubed Velveeta and 1-1/2 cups of each cheddar cheese.
2.Drain macaroni/shells. When done cooking shells, immediately rinse pasta in cool water. Stir into cheese mixture. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Would recommend stirring once at 15 minute mark.


The kids love this recipe and it is so easy to make. No rue! Just throw it together and cook it...


Sterling