Things You'll Need

Step 1:

Set a stockpot of water on medium-high heat. Once the water boils, cook the pasta according to package directions. Choose the amount of time specified for an "al dente" texture, because the pasta will continue to cook in the oven.

Step 2:

Grate the cheddar cheese while the pasta is cooking, and thinly slice a couple of scallions, if you're using them. Set aside a small amount of the cheese for topping the mixture just before it goes into the oven.

Step 3:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease the baking dish.

Step 4:

Drain the pasta and put it into a large mixing bowl. For every 4 parts cooked pasta, add 2 parts grated cheese and 1 to 2 parts milk. Beat 1 or 2 eggs in a separate bowl, then gently stir them into the macaroni mixture.

Step 5:

Season the mixture to taste. Traditional Caribbean macaroni pie calls for a heavy hand with black pepper, as well as dashes of salt, nutmeg and/or mustard powder. Drizzle in some hot sauce and toss in sliced green onions, if using.

Step 6:

Spoon the mixture into the greased baking dish and top it with the reserved grated cheese. Bake for at least 30 minutes, or until firm. If you want a crispier topping, bake the macaroni pie for an additional 5 minutes or so.