Steph's Mac N Cheese

Name: Steph's Mac N Cheese
Ingredients: 8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta; 1/2 tablespoon smoked Spanish sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon hickory smoked salt; 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed; 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk; 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar; 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan; 3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives, for garnish

11 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta
1/2 tablespoon smoked Spanish sweet paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon hickory smoked salt
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives, for garnish

Directions

1

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil over medium heat.
2

Add the macaroni and cook to al dente.
3

Drain in a colander.
4

Whisk together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, hickory smoked salt, mustard powder, nutmeg, and marjoram.
5

Set aside.
6

Return the saucepan to the stovetop and add evaporated milk to warm.
7

Whisk in the spices and stir in the cheese, a handful at a time, until melted and smooth.
8

Stir in the drained pasta and cook until creamy and hot.
9

Transfer the macaroni to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chives before serving.