President Reagan’s Macaroni and Cheese

President Reagan's Macaroni and Cheese

Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 3 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • A pinch of paprika

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Add macaroni to 2 quarts of boiling salted water and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Drain well in a colander. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in butter and beaten egg. Add 2 1/2 cups of the grated cheese.
  • In a small bowl, combine milk with salt, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Spoon macaroni and cheese into the prepared casserole. Pour milk mixture over and sprinkle top with the remaining cheese.
  • Sprinkle with paprika. Bake on middle shelf of preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until macaroni is firm to the touch and top is crusty and browned.
  • Serve at once, either as a light entree accompanied by a hot green vegetable and a crisp salad, or as a side dish with Hamburgers or Meatloaf.