Bajan Macaroni Pie

Ingredients

• 1 pound macaroni
• 2 cups cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 medium onion
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 stalks scallions

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, mustard powder, and paprika until well combined.

5. 5

   Add the cooked macaroni, sautéed onion and bell pepper, and 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

6. 6

   Pour the macaroni mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese on top.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pie is set in the middle.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped scallions if desired.

9. 9

   Serve warm and enjoy your Bajan Macaroni Pie!