Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

This smoked Gouda mac and cheese is marvelously smooth and creamy with a bit of a bite. It's an elevated version of a true comfort-food classic.

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories
329 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shell pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes.
Step 4
Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Pour cheese sauce over top and mix until thoroughly combined. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
Step 5
While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and stir until mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, salt, and pepper, then bring to a simmer over medium heat. Gradually whisk in shredded cheese; cook, whisking constantly, until sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 5 to 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2.5 cups milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2.5 tablespoons butter
  • 1 (12 ounce) package shell pasta

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