Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
4 unit

eggs

at room temperature

2.5 cup

whole milk

lukewarm

2 tbsp

butter

melted

1 tbsp

butter

melted, for greasing

2 cup

all-purpose flour

20 unit

Simply Macaroni & Cheese

warmed

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~3 min

Crack the eggs into a blender.

Step 3
~3 min

Warm the milk until lukewarm (90-100 degrees).

Step 4
~3 min

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add it to the blender.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the flour to the blender, 1/2 cup at a time, blending briefly between additions.

Key Technique: Blending
Step 6
~3 min

Blend for 15 seconds after all flour is added.

Step 7
~3 min

Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Place a popover pan or large muffin tin in the oven to preheat for 5 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Microwave the macaroni and cheese for 2-3 minutes to remove the chill.

Step 10
~3 min

Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove the pan from the oven and brush the insides of the cups with melted butter.

Step 12
~3 min

Pour a small amount of batter (about 1/4 inch) into the bottom of each cup.

Step 13
~3 min

Spoon the warmed macaroni and cheese into the center of each cup, about 1/4 cup per popover.

Step 14
~3 min

Pour the remaining batter into the cups, filling them to within 1/4 inch of the top.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake in the lower 1/3 of the oven for 15 minutes at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 16
~3 min

Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for another 20 minutes. Do not open the oven door during baking.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure all ingredients are at the correct temperature for optimal popover rise.

Do not open the oven door during baking to prevent collapse.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for a few hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or vegetables.

Enjoy as a snack with a glass of milk.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

75/100