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My Secret to the Creamiest Haitian Mac and Cheese (Your New Holiday Favorite)

Published 5 months ago • 2 min read

November 26, 2025

Hey Reader!

This Baked Haitian Macaroni and Cheese is my modern, creamy twist on the classic Makawoni au Graten some of us grew up with; rich, cheesy, and full of those nostalgic flavors that make every holiday table feel complete. If you’re looking for a comforting side dish that blends tradition with technique, you’ll want to try this one next.

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Baked Haitian Macaroni and Cheese (Makawoni au Graten)

You’ll love this recipe because it takes the traditional Haitian Makawoni au Graten some of you already know and elevates it with a silky, unbreakable five-cheese sauce that’s incredibly creamy and full of depth. It’s rich, nostalgic, and designed to stand out on any holiday table without losing the classic Haitian flavors you grew up with.

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Maika Frederic | Personal Chef

I am a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, ​culinary educator. My goal is to create, educate and discover tools that ​will bring the joy and passion of global cuisine to food enthusiasts ​and home cooks through exploration, experimentation, and tasting.

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