Best 2 Smoked Gouda Cheese Macaroni Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Smoked Gouda Cheese Macaroni, a delectable dish that elevates the classic macaroni and cheese to new heights. This creamy and indulgent pasta dish features tender macaroni enveloped in a luscious smoked gouda cheese sauce, offering a smoky, nutty, and slightly sweet flavor profile that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The recipe includes two variations: one for a classic Smoked Gouda Cheese Macaroni and another for a more elevated version with additional ingredients like bacon, mushrooms, and spinach. Both recipes are easy to follow and guarantee a rich and satisfying meal that will please the whole family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED GOUDA CHEESE MACARONI

Smoked Gouda Cheese Macaroni image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories main-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 pound ditalini or small elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons bleached all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/4 pound smoked Gouda cheese, grated
Parsley

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Put the water, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. In a small, heavy saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly. Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the white pepper and continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon, about 8 minutes. Remove the white sauce from the heat and stir in the cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese melts. Lightly grease a 6 1/2 by 10-inch casserole dish with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon butter. Combine the cheese sauce and macaroni in a large mixing bowl and mix well. Pour into the prepared casserole and bake until lightly golden on top, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve hot. Garnish with parsley.

SMOKED GOUDA MACARONI AND CHEESE

Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese image

Don't be tempted to use anything less than extra sharp cheddar cheese. For this dish to have the cheesy flavor expected, it requires a VERY sharp cheese combined with the smoked gouda.

Provided by gailanng

Categories Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 slices bacon
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 lb short pasta (penne, elbow macaroni, etc)
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated and divided (about 2 cups)
8 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated and divided (about 2 cups)

Steps:

Fry bacon in a large skillet until crisp, remove to paper towels to drain. Add panko bread crumbs and toast in skillet until golden. Remove from heat and crumble bacon into bread crumbs, toss to combine.
Using salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions, but do not rinse; set aside.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Continue whisking and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk. Whisking constantly, cook for 5 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low and stir in salt, black pepper and most of the cheese (note: add cheese about a cup at a time, stirring to incorporate so as not to cause graininess).
In a large bowl combine cooked pasta and cheese sauce. The sauce will be thin, but will thicken once baked.
Pour the pasta mixture into a lightly greased 8 x 11 x 2 baking dish. (Use a spatula to scrape out every ounce of that saucy goodness.) Sprinkle the top with the remaining cup of cheese and sprinkle with the prepared bacon/panko topping. (note: a layer of shredded parmesan cheese may be added prior to the sprinkling of the crumb topping, if desired.).
Bake at 400° for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly. Remove from oven and allow to rest about 10-15 minutes.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. This includes using real smoked Gouda cheese, not a processed cheese product.
Cook the macaroni al dente, so it still has a slight bite to it.
Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the macaroni and cheese so that it has plenty of room to spread out and cook evenly.
Stir the macaroni and cheese frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Season the macaroni and cheese to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Top the macaroni and cheese with additional smoked Gouda cheese and bread crumbs before baking.

Conclusion:

Smoked Gouda cheese macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and smoky flavor, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give smoked Gouda cheese macaroni a try. You won't be disappointed!