Barbadian macaroni pie combines macaroni, cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, and seasonings in a baked casserole.
The dish is a prominent part of Bajan cuisine and is commonly served as a side dish with meats, fish, or other savory foods. Typical versions mix cooked macaroni with cheese, milk, mustard, onion, pepper, and spices before baking until firm and browned.
Macaroni pie differs from the softer, often creamier macaroni and cheese served in the United States. The Caribbean version is frequently sliced or scooped as a substantial accompaniment and may include local seasoning preferences. Recipes differ among households, so ingredients such as ketchup, hot pepper, or herbs may appear.
The name can cause confusion because macaroni pie is also used for related baked pasta dishes elsewhere. In Barbados, however, it is especially recognized as a Bajan everyday and celebratory side dish rather than a pastry containing a crust.