Easter Fixings. . .

I usually bring deviled eggs and some sort of dessert to our family get togethers, this year I was asked to bring mac and cheese.  I have a great recipe for homemade mac and cheese that is actually my sisters.  She shared it with me when the hubbs was having his food allergy issues and I had to make everything from scratch.  Yes, I was a baking fool.  The hubs could not have any veggies that were yellow, red, orange, or green because of his salicylate allergy.  He was also not allowed anything that was pre-packaged.  That means homemade everything.    I learned a lot during these couple of years that this was required for his health.  I learned that I can do anything that I put my mind too and that the good Lord above will give you strength to overcome.  I am going to share my sister's fabulous homemade mac and cheese recipe.

2 cups dry pasta (I use whole wheat elbow mac)
1 cup milk
lots of grated cheese (I use a whole big block of cheddar, you can use mozzarella or jack)
2 eggs beaten
salt and butter

Cook your pasta according to package directions.  I grate my own cheese because there are things added to the bags of grated cheese that are not natural.  This also saves money.

Combine eggs, milk, and salt to taste.  Grease casserole dish.  Layer noodles and cheese 2-3 times then dot with butter then pour egg milk combo over the top to cover.  I usually top with extra cheese and you can add bread crumbs for some extra texture.  Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

This is not your traditional mac and cheese it will have a much different look and texture than what you normally see.  This is actually a healthier version of this childhood favorite.  My hubby and I love this.  

Until we eat again. . . Enjoy

Homemade Mac & Cheese

Many years ago dear hubby was diagnosed with food allergies.  Unfortunately the first doctor we went to was a crack pot.  He told us hubby could not eat anything but potatoes and certain meats.   We went for that all important second opinion, thank goodness, and found out that he does have food allergies but not to the extent the first doctor told us.   He tested positive to salicilates; this is found in most green, orange, or red vegetables and it is what aspirin is made from.   They also said he could not have store bought bakery items or pre-packaged or boxed things like mac & cheese.  This was when I started making our bread from scratch and homemade mac & cheese.   Since he was off of all of these things for a long period of time he is now able to eat those yummy orange, green, and red veggies.  He still stays away from aspirin though, just to be safe.
I have mentioned many times how talented my sister is in the kitchen well, this is her recipe for homemade mac & cheese.  It is so very good and I use whole wheat elbows to try and make it somewhat healthy.   I am making this today because my poor Sprat had to get his spacers yesterday and his mouth is extremely sore.  I hope this will be soft and filling enough for him.   I hope you will try this one, you will not be disappointed at all.

2 cups dry pasta (I use whole wheat elbows)
1 cup milk
Lots of grated cheese ( cheddar, mozzarella, or jack)
2 eggs
salt and butter

Cook pasta according to package directions

Combine eggs milk and salt to taste.  Grease a casserole dish.  (I use my Pampered Chef stoneware bowl it makes a deep dish) You could use a dutch oven, that would give you depth too.  Layer noodles then cheese 2-3 times then dot with pats of butter and pour egg/milk mixture over the top.  I usually top with extra cheese and you can top with bread crumbs if you like.  Bake 350 for 30 minutes.
This does not look like Kraft mac & cheese but, it is not supposed to.  This is a very good dish.
Enjoy.