🇳🇦 Namibian Cuisine

Namibian Macaroni Bake

Cheesy Macaroni Casserole

Prep Time 45 min

Servings 6

Difficulty Easy

Calories 419 kcal

A comforting baked casserole of macaroni in a rich cheese and egg custard, baked until golden on top with a creamy, set interior — a Namibian family favourite.

Ingredients

500g elbow macaroni
3 eggs, beaten
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp mustard powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Paprika for topping

Instructions

1 Cook macaroni until al dente. Drain well.
2 Mix beaten eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper.
3 Combine macaroni with half the cheese and the egg mixture.
4 Pour into a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and dot with butter.
5 Sprinkle with paprika and bake at 180°C for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
6 Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Did You Know?

Namibian macaroni bake is distinctly different from American mac and cheese — the egg custard gives it a firmer, sliceable texture that Namibians love.