Easy Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Preheat oven to 350º F.

Add to a pot of salted boiling water and cook for 7 minutes...

• 1 lb elbow macaroni

Drain the macaroni, return to pot and mix together with...

• 1 stick butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 3 cups half-and-half or whole milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Layer half the macaroni mixture into a casserole pan or cast iron skillet, then sprinkle on...

• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
• 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded

Repeat layers with remaining macaroni and 1/2 cup more of each cheese.

Bake at 350º F for 35 minutes. To add extra color to cheese, broil for 5 minutes or until golden brown.