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Smoked Gouda Mac And Cheese

A creamy and smoky twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring rich smoked Gouda cheese for a unique flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter for roux
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour for roux
  • 2 cups whole milk warm
  • 1 cup smoked Gouda cheese shredded
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Topping
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make Cheese Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  2. Gradually whisk in the warm milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the smoked Gouda, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Combine and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and cheese sauce, mixing well.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the mac and cheese.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables to the mac and cheese before baking.

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