Description
Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese is a comforting, creamy dish that blends nostalgia with a smoky twist. Perfectly cooked pasta is enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce made from rich smoked Gouda and sharp cheddar, topped with crispy breadcrumbs for added texture. This dish not only warms the heart but also impresses everyone at the dinner table. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this mac and cheese is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add milk while whisking constantly; cook until slightly thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in smoked Gouda and cheddar until melted.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until well coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg