Italian Macaroni and Cheese

From Southern Living.

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package  large elbow macaroni
• 1⁄2 cup  Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
• 1 (10 ounce) package white cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2  cups  shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3⁄4 cup  shredded parmesan cheese
• 6  large eggs, beaten
• 4  cups milk
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon  seasoned pepper

• Tomato-Basil Topping

• 4  large plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1⁄4 cup  shredded parmesan cheese
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh basil

Directions

1. To make the Tomato-Basil topping: stir together all the ingredients; set aside.
2. Cook macaroni by following the package directions; drain and set aside.
3. Coat a 13x9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup breadcrumbs evenly over the bottom of the baking dish; tilt dish to coat sides evenly with breadcrumbs.
5. Layer 1/3 macaroni, 1/3 shredded cheese, and 1/3 of the remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs in the baking dish.
6. Repeat layers twice, ending with breadcrumbs.
7. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and next 3 ingredients; pour evenly over layered mixture.
8. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55-60 minutes or until golden and set.
9. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
10. Sprinkle evenly with Tomato-Basil Topping.