Macaroni and cheese casserole

This rich and creamy side item is a popular dish for Christmas dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 package of spiral pasta
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cup of milk
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 3 cups of cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation:

Preheat the oven 350 degrees. In a medium saucepan, boil the pasta according to package directios or until the noodles are al dente. Remove from heat and drain. In a separate bowl, mix the egg, milk, butter, cheese, salt, and pepper. Set aside. Coat a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place the noodles in the bottom of the dish, then pour the cheese mixture over the noodles. Bake for 30 minutes.

Serving suggestion:

Add browned ground beef to convert this dish into a cheeseburger casserole for pickier eaters.

Irene Milito