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Caribbean · Side

Macaroni Pie

Serves 4 · 45 minutes

Macaroni pie is a side dish that goes well with stewed chicken, callaloo or any stewed peas like pigeon peas or lentils. It can also be enjoyed on its own. It has versions derived from Caribbean, Early American and Scottish origins.

Suits: Vegetarian, Pescatarian. Allergens named in the ingredients: Gluten, Eggs, Milk, Mustard. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (225 grams / 8 oz) dried macaroni pasta
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups grated cheese
  • 1½ cups evaporated milk
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 pat of unsalted butter, melted
  • Breadcrumbs

Method

  1. Boil macaroni in salted water until tender; drain.
  2. Beat eggs until fluffy.
  3. Combine macaroni, eggs, cheese, milk, onion, carrot, salt, white pepper, mustard, and butter.
  4. Pour into a greased baking dish and sprinkle shredded cheese and bread crumbs evenly on top.
  5. Bake at 175°C (350°F) until firm (about 30 minutes). A fork or metal skewer should come out dry when you press it all the way through the pie.