Italian Macaroni and Cheese

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 10 people

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package large elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
  • 1 (10 ounce) package white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 6 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
  • Tomato-Basil Topping:
  • 4 large plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Directions

  1. To make the Tomato-Basil topping: stir together all the ingredients; set aside.

  2. Cook macaroni by following the package directions; drain and set aside.
  3. Coat a 13×9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup breadcrumbs evenly over the bottom of the baking dish; tilt dish to coat sides evenly with breadcrumbs.
  5. Layer 1/3 macaroni, 1/3 shredded cheese, and 1/3 of the remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs in the baking dish.
  6. Repeat layers twice, ending with breadcrumbs.
  7. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and next 3 ingredients; pour evenly over layered mixture.
  8. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55-60 minutes or until golden and set.
  9. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  10. Sprinkle evenly with Tomato-Basil Topping.

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