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Smoked Gouda Mac And Cheese

Smoked Gouda Mac And Cheese
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Smoked Gouda Mac And Cheese. This delightful dish is a family favorite, combining the rich and smoky flavor of Gouda with a velvety cheese sauce that wraps around perfectly cooked elbow pasta. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is also make-ahead friendly, allowing you to prepare it in advance and simply bake when you’re ready to serve. With every cheesy bite, you’ll experience a warm hug from this gourmet twist on a classic meal. Gather your friends and family around the table and enjoy this comforting dish that promises to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried elbow pasta
  • 5 ½ cups whole milk
  • 4 cups smoked Gouda cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Prepare the topping by combining Panko bread crumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, thyme leaves, and melted butter in a bowl.
  3. In a saucepan, heat the milk until hot but not boiling. In another skillet, melt the remaining butter and whisk in flour until golden.
  4. Gradually add hot milk while whisking until thickened into a creamy sauce. Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, nutmeg, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cream cheese, and 3 cups of smoked Gouda until smooth.
  5. Cook elbow pasta according to package directions but reduce cooking time by 2-3 minutes for al dente texture.
  6. Drain pasta and mix with cheese sauce until fully coated.
  7. Transfer mixture to a buttered casserole dish and top with remaining Gouda cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
  8. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.

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