Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe

Rating 5.0
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| Last Updated on September 21, 2023
Gouda mac and cheese is perfectly cheesy and creamy. Indulge in this delicious side dish by pairing it with any main course!
Utensils Side Dish
Globe Californian
11
ingredients
7
steps
65
minutes
After 20 years of honing her craft, Chef Tera launched her own food production service. She discovered a love of community and found that her culinary skills opened many doors, including the chance to cook for celebrities. Her preferred cuisines range from Mexican and Mediterranean to Asian and American fare. With true devotion to well-made dishes, Chef Tera looks forward to her next magical opportunity in the culinary world.

Ingredients

Servings:
8
2 tbsp
chicken bouillon powder
1 lb
elbow macaroni
6 tbsp
butter, divided
2 tbsp
all-purpose flour
1 cup(s)
heavy cream
1
8 oz package of cream cheese
1 lb
Gouda cheese, grated plus more for topping
2 tbsp
garlic powder
2 tbsp
onion powder
1 tsp
paprika
1 cup(s)
shredded mozzarella, cheddar or any cheese of your preference
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Directions 7 steps | 65 Minutes

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Fill a pot with water and add the chicken bouillon powder. Bring to a boil. 

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2

Once the water comes to a boil, add the elbow macaroni to the water and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain the elbow macaroni into the baking dish and add four tablespoons of butter to melt. 

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Once the water comes to a boil, add the elbow macaroni to the water and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
Step 3

Prepare the cheese sauce. In a skillet over medium heat, add the butter, two tablespoons of all-purpose flour and heavy cream. Stir and let the mixture come to a boil. 

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Prepare the cheese sauce.
Step 4

Once the mixture comes to a boil, add the cream cheese, Gouda cheese, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. Stir until all of the cheese melts. Adjust the consistency of the sauce to your preference. Add the water to thin out the cheese sauce or more cheese to thicken. Once the cheese is melted let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Once the mixture comes to a boil, add the cream cheese, Gouda cheese, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika.
Step 5

Pour the cheese sauce over the noodles, stir and add grated Gouda and mozzarella (or cheddar) cheese to the top.

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Pour the cheese sauce over the noodles, stir and add grated Gouda and mozzarella (or cheddar) cheese to the top.
Step 6

Bake until golden brown on top. Let the Gouda mac and cheese stand for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Bake until golden brown on top.
Step 7

Serve and enjoy!

Gouda Mac and Cheese Recipe: Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
780
FAT
51.5 g
PROTEIN
28.9 g
CARBS
50.9 g
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