Best 3 Havarti Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

Havarti macaroni and cheese is a delectable dish that combines the creamy texture of havarti cheese with the classic comfort of macaroni and cheese. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or as a side dish for a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a cheesy, flavorful dish that will be loved by the whole family.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HAVARTI MACARONI AND CHEESE

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The creamy, nutty flavor of Havarti, and the addition of fresh dill, adds a new dimension to traditional mac and cheese. This easy-from-scratch recipe is ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Angie McGowan

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon grated or very finely chopped onion
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded Havarti cheese (8 oz)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill weed

Steps:

Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package.
In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Using whisk, stir in flour, salt and onion. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until mixture smells nutty and is lightly golden, stirring constantly with whisk.
Add milk. Continue to beat with whisk, scraping bottom of skillet until mixture heats to boiling. Mixture will thicken. Remove from heat; add cheese and dill. Stir with whisk until smooth. Stir in drained macaroni.
Serve with additional dill weed if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

HERBED MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This is my son and DIL's favorite macaroni and cheese recipe. They prefer using Havarti or Muenster cheese.

Provided by WiGal

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper
1 cup milk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup havarti cheese or 1/2 cup muenster cheese, cubed
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in the flour and seasonings; gradually add milk.
Cook and stir until thickened.
Remove from heat; add sour cream, Havarti cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
Stir until melted.
Drain macaroni; place in an ungreased 1-1/2 quart baking dish.
Add cheese sauce and mix well.
Combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs and remaining cheddar cheese; sprinkle over casserole.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 15-20 minutes.

CARAMEL HAVARTI

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Havarti cheese is a wonderful dessert cheese and is made even better by pecans, caramel topping and apples. This recipe is elegant yet simple. -Tia Thomas, Mountain City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

10 ounces Havarti cheese
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 to 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping, warmed
2 medium tart apples, cut into small wedges

Steps:

Place cheese in an small ungreased cast-iron skillet or shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Bake at 375° until edges of cheese just begin to melt, 5-7 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute pecans in butter until toasted. Drizzle caramel over cheese; sprinkle with pecans. Serve with apple wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

Use a good quality cheese. Havarti is a semi-soft cheese with a mild, buttery flavor that melts well. Other good choices include cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan.
Cook the macaroni pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
Make a roux. A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that is used to thicken the cheese sauce. Be sure to cook the roux until it is golden brown.
Use whole milk. Whole milk will give the cheese sauce a richer flavor and a creamier texture.
Add some spices. A little bit of salt, pepper, and garlic powder can really enhance the flavor of the cheese sauce.
Don't overcook the cheese sauce. Once the cheese is melted, remove the sauce from the heat immediately. Overcooking can cause the cheese to become rubbery.
Top with breadcrumbs. A layer of breadcrumbs on top of the macaroni and cheese will give it a golden brown crust.

Conclusion:

Havarti macaroni and cheese is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your macaroni and cheese mild or sharp, creamy or cheesy, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give havarti macaroni and cheese a try.