Best 4 Apple White Cheddar And Gruyere Mac And Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Apple, White Cheddar, and Gruyère Mac and Cheese recipe. This delectable dish combines the sweetness of apples, the sharpness of white cheddar, and the nutty richness of Gruyère cheese, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Perfectly cooked macaroni pasta serves as the canvas for this culinary masterpiece, while a creamy sauce made with a blend of milk, cream, and a touch of dijon mustard adds a velvety richness. As a finishing touch, a crispy breadcrumb topping adds a delightful crunch and golden-brown color.

But that's not all! This article also features variations of this classic mac and cheese recipe to tantalize your taste buds. Explore the tangy delight of our Applewood Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese, where the smoky flavor of Applewood smoked cheddar takes center stage. Or, embark on a culinary adventure with our Brie and Roasted Grapes Mac and Cheese, where creamy brie cheese and sweet roasted grapes create a sophisticated and elegant dish.

For those with a preference for bold flavors, our Jalapeño Popper Mac and Cheese packs a spicy punch with the addition of jalapeños and cream cheese. And if you're seeking a meaty indulgence, our Bacon and Caramelized Onion Mac and Cheese delivers with crispy bacon and the sweetness of caramelized onions.

Each recipe in this article is carefully crafted to provide a unique and unforgettable macaroni and cheese experience. Whether you prefer classic comfort food or crave something more adventurous, these recipes have got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE WHITE CHEDDAR AND GRUYERE MACARONI & CHEESE



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This is the 2006 winning recipe for Tillamook Macaroni & Cheese Cook-Off by Tim Hutchinson of Seattle, WA. It is absolutely delicious!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 slices French bread
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
3/4 cup apple cider
6 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 1/2 cups tillamook vintage white cheddar cheese (I couldn't find Tillamook so I used Boars Head)
1 cup gruyere cheese (I used Boars Head)
4 cups medium pasta shells
3 -4 quarts water for pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 13 by 9 inch or 3 quart casserole dish. Remove crust from bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, and place in bowls. Melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Pour melted butter over bread and toss to coat. Put bread cubes into a food processor and process until fine crumbs form. Set bread crumbs aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat milk, cream and apple cider until hot.
  • While milk mixture is heating, melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. When butter is melted and bubbling, add flour. Cook stirring for 1 minute.
  • Pour hot milk mixture slowly into skillet with flour-butter mixture whisking constantly. Continue cooking and whisking over medium heat until sauce bubbles and becomes thick.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, mustard, 2 1/2 cups cheddar and 1/2 cup gruyere. Combine and set aside.
  • Fill a large saucepan with 3 to 4 quarts of water add remaining 2 tablespoons salt and bring to boil. Add pasta and cook slightly less than what the package calls for. Pasta should be slightly underdone. Pour pasta into colander and rinse under cold water draining well.
  • Stir pasta into cheese sauce and transfer to prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese over pasta and spread bread crumbs on top to cover. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1360.4, Fat 52.5, SaturatedFat 31, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 2661.2, Carbohydrate 169.8, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 3.8, Protein 49.9

APPLE WHITE CHEDDAR AND GRUYERE MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE



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Provided by briarrose413

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 slices French bread
6 tbsp. Tillamook® Unsalted Butter
2 cups milk
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
3/4 cups apple cider
6 tbsp. flour
2 tbsp. plus 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
3 1/2 cups Tillamook® Vintage White Cheddar Cheese
1 cup Gruyere cheese
4 cups medium shell pasta
3-4 quarts water for pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°. Butter a 13x9 inch dish. Remove crust from bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, and place in bowl. Melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Pour melted butter over bread and toss to coat. Put bread cubes into a food processor and process until fine crumbs form. Set bread crumbs aside. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat milk, cream and apple cider until hot. While milk mixture is heating, melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. When butter is melted and bubbling, add flour. Cook stirring for 1 minute. Pour hot milk mixture slowly into skillet with flour-butter mixture whisking constantly. Continue cooking and whisking over medium heat until sauce bubbles and becomes thick. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, mustard, 2 1/2 cups cheddar and 1/2 cup gruyere. Combine and set aside. Fill a large saucepan with 3 to 4 quarts of water add remaining 2 tablespoons salt and bring to boil. Add pasta and cook slightly less than what the package calls for. Pasta should be slightly underdone. Pour pasta into colander and rinse under cold water draining well. Stir pasta into cheese sauce and transfer to prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese over pasta and spread bread crumbs on top to cover. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.

FONTINA-GRUYERE-WHITE CHEDDAR MAC AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Fontina-Gruyere-White Cheddar Mac and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hauckster

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
5 cups skim milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 lb shredded white cheddar cheese
4 ounces gruyere
6 ounces fontina

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the macaroni until barely al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain; return to the pot.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and cook over moderately high heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the milk and bring to a simmer.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F Melt 6 tablespoons of the butter in another large saucepan. Add the flour and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes; remove from the heat.
  • Gradually whisk the simmering milk into the flour and butter mixture until smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook over low heat, whisking, until thick and bubbling, about 7 minutes. Stir in the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Add the cheeses and cook over low heat, stirring, just until melted. Fold in the macaroni until coated with sauce. Spread the macaroni in a 3-quart baking dish.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes, or until lightly golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 107.1, Sodium 940.8, Carbohydrate 50.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 31.4

MULTI-COOKER CHEDDAR GRUYERE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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You can't beat this rich and creamy Ninja Foodi mac and cheese. This multi-cooker recipe is a new twist on the original. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
2 teaspoons canola oil
16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2-3/4 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and divided
1-1/4 pounds cheddar cheese, shredded (5 cups)
3/4 pound Gruyere or Emmenthaler cheese, shredded (3 cups)
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Add macaroni, water and oil to inner pot of large multi-cooker; stir. Lock pressure lid. Press pressure function; select custom. Press timer; set to 3 minutes. Start. , Let pressure release naturally for 2 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Whisk ground mustard, onion powder, white pepper and nutmeg into half-and-half. Pour over macaroni. Stir in 4 tablespoons butter and cheeses until thoroughly combined and melted. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter; stir in cracker crumbs. Sprinkle over macaroni. , Cover with air frying lid. Press air fry function; set to custom. Press timer; set to 7 minutes. Start. Cook until crumbs are golden brown. Just before serving, sprinkle with chives..

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Fat 42g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your mac and cheese a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
  • Shred the cheese yourself. Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives that can affect the flavor and texture of your mac and cheese.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick and creamy. You can do this by adding more cheese or by simmering the sauce for a longer period of time.
  • Garnish your mac and cheese with fresh herbs or breadcrumbs. This will add an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Apple, white cheddar, and Gruyère mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and savory flavors, this mac and cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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