Meatless Friday: President Reagan's Macaroni & Cheese

Barbara Stein's easy recipe for macaroni and cheese was the favorite of one of our 20th-century presidents.

This recipe for macaroni and cheese has become our family's favorite. It always turns out perfectly and my kids all fight for the cheesy, crispy edges. With a hot vegetable on the side and maybe a dish of applesauce, it's a perfect meatless Friday meal that won't break the bank!

President Reagan's Macaroni and Cheese

INGREDIENTS: 

8 oz. macaroni, boiled to al dente and drained
1 t. butter
1 egg, beaten
3 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 t. dry mustard
1 t. salt
1 cup milk

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a buttered casserole dish (13 x 9 or round), pour macaroni.

Toss with butter, egg, and 2 1/2 cups cheddar.

In a small bowl, whisk milk with salt and powdered mustard.

Pour milk over macaroni and cheese. Sprinkle with remaining half cup cheese.

Bake for 45 minutes until custard is set.

Copyright 2014 Barbara Stein
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