Dinner Made Simple

Southern Style Macaroni & Cheese

1 pound elbow macaroni

8 tablespoons butter

16 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded

2 cups half and half

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

salt and pepper to taste

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Use one-half tablespoon of butter to lightly butter a 2 quart casserole dish or a 9x13 baking pan.

Bring the large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta, and cook until it is al dente. Drain. Pour drained pasta into a large bowl.

Melt the remaining butter in the microwave or in a small saucepan. Add the butter to the pasta and stir. Then add the half and half, 1-1/2 cups of the cheddar cheese, and the eggs. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Pour the mixture into the buttered casserole or baking pan. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.

bake until it's bubbling around the edges, about 30-35 minutes. Serve hot.

Serves 6