SHANNON'S SMOKY MACARONI AND CHEESE

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This recipe is the best Mac & Cheese you'll ever have. It is literally one of 3 meals everyone in my family will eat. The smoked gouda gives this dish its smoky rich flavor. It's a gourmet grown-up version of the kiddie classic. Take any leftovers and cut into bite-sized squares, bread, and deep fry for a yummy snack.

Provided by S.Michael

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
6 tablespoons butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
5 ½ cups milk, divided
2 ½ cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir the macaroni into the water and return to a boil. Cook and occasionally stir until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continually for 1 to 2 minutes to make a roux. Whisk 2 cups of the milk into the roux until smooth and then add the remaining milk. Raise the heat to medium-high and continue cooking and stirring until thickened, but not boiling. Stir the Gouda, Cheddar, Swiss, and 1 cup Parmesan cheese into the mixture; once the cheeses have melted completely, fold the drained macaroni into the mixture to coat. Pour the macaroni mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl; sprinkle over the macaroni. Drizzle the olive oil over the bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Allow to rest 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 106.5 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.5 g, Sodium 712.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Bangura Komrabai
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The macaroni was a bit overcooked for my taste. I would cook it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Mujeeb Muji
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would add more seasoning next time.


Brassy Isaac
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This recipe is a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would use less cheese next time.


Najmi Kk
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I'm not a fan of smoked paprika, so I used regular paprika instead. It still turned out great.


Makiah Humphrey
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This macaroni and cheese is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Otaku scientist
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I love the smoky flavor of this macaroni and cheese. It's a great way to add some excitement to a classic dish.


Mirja Alomgir Hossen
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This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


BOOM
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Kyaw Soe Lwin777
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This macaroni and cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's also great for potlucks and parties.


youssef Eissa
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Sharjeel Babar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


CherryPink Hazel
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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best macaroni and cheese they've ever had.


Casper Leo76
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This macaroni and cheese is so cheesy and gooey. It's the perfect comfort food.


Kibrea Arif
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I love the addition of the smoked paprika in this recipe. It gives the dish a really nice flavor.


thomas ochar
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The smokiness of this dish really sets it apart from other macaroni and cheese recipes. It's a great way to change up this classic dish.


Lavendeer 201
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I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


P K
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This macaroni and cheese recipe is a hit! It's smoky, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious. I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes.