Bahamian Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Bell Peppers – Authentic Bahamas Recipe
Iconic Bahamian high-slice baked macaroni pie seasoned with bell peppers and island heat.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇸 Bahamas (Caribbean, Americas)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Elbow macaroni, Sharp cheddar cheese, Diced green bell peppers and onions, Evaporated milk, Goat pepper
Ingredients for Bahamian Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Bell Peppers (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) elbow macaroni, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup diced green bell peppers and onions
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with evaporated milk
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Bahamas seasoning (goat pepper, paprika, mustard)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, evaporated milk, and goat pepper, paprika, mustard for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine elbow macaroni and sharp cheddar cheese with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with diced green bell peppers and onions and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.