Baked Gouda Mac and Cheese
Our gouda mac and cheese has a velvety, creamy sauce made with a flour roux and a blend of Gouda, sharp cheddar, and Colby Jack cheese. It’s perfect for celebratory occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or a standout Sunday soul food dinner!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 470kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces macaroni uncooked
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 cup half and half or ½ cup cream and ½ cup whole milk
- ½ tablespoon granulated onion
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 1 ½ cups Gouda cheese shredded, plus more for topping
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, plus more for topping
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded, plus more for topping
- Diamond Crystal kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- Cook the macaroni in a large pot of salted water, according to the package directions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Continue whisking and cook for about a minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the evaporated milk, followed by the half and half. Whisk continuously to avoid lumps. Simmer the mixture for about 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the granulated onion, granulated garlic, and Creole seasoning. Let it simmer gently for about 2 minutes.
- Add the shredded Gouda, sharp cheddar, and Jack cheese, reserving some for the topping. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir sour cream into the pasta. Then, add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Transfer mac and cheese mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with the reserved cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This dish is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or as a comforting family meal.
Notes
Swap out regular gouda for smoked gouda if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 837IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 570mg | Iron: 1mg
