Baked Mac and Cheese

Super easy recipe and a keeper. Both the adults and kids loved it. 

Ingredients:

16 oz. box baby shells macaroni

4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (reserve 1 cup for the top)

2 eggs, beaten
2 ½ cups milk

½ stick of butter

6-8 oz. cream cheese

salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Prepare macaroni according to instructions on box. Drain and set aside. 

In the same pot, turn the heat on low and combine the milk, butter, and cream cheese. Stir until until smooth. Add in the cooked pasta, 3 cups of the cheddar cheese, the beaten eggs, and salt and pepper to taste. 

Pour into a greased 9 x 13 casserole dish. Top with the remaining cup of cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

Source: adapted from The Budget Diet