Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese recipe. With a blend of smoked Gouda, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, this stovetop mac and cheese is a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Elbow Macaroni:
12 oz
Unsalted Butter:
2 tablespoons
All-Purpose Flour:
2 tablespoons
Whole Milk:
2 cups
Heavy Cream:
1/2 cup
Dijon Mustard:
1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder:
1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Smoked Paprika (optional):
1/4 teaspoon
Smoked Gouda Cheese, shredded:
2 cups
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded:
1 cup
Parmesan Cheese, grated:
1/4 cup
Parsley for garnish (optional):
chopped
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni: In salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Cook until slightly thickened. Stir in mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Add the cheeses: Reduce heat, stir in the Gouda, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Combine and serve: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, stir until coated, and serve hot. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra smokiness, consider adding a dash of liquid smoke or more smoked paprika.
- Bake with breadcrumbs for a crispy topping.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
