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Gouda Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Gouda and Bacon. A creamy, tangy, and smoky comfort food classic.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounce elbow macaroni cooked and drained
  • 4 Tablespoons butter
  • 2.25 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
  • 1 pound smoked gouda cheese shredded
  • 0.5 pound sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 5 slices bread about 2 cups crumbs
  • 3 Tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.5 pound bacon cooked and crumbled

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add milk and bring to near boiling. Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle in flour. Whisk vigorously over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is thick and boiling. Slowly add cream while whisking. Add in salt, pepper, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a food processor, shred the Gouda and Cheddar cheese. Add to the pot and stir until thoroughly combined.
  4. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture. Pour into a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  5. In the same food processor bowl (no need to wash it after shredding the cheese), process the bread slices to fine crumbs. Add melted butter. Sprinkle the crumbs over the macaroni. Top with crumbled bacon.
  6. Bake uncovered in a 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 25-30 minutes. Enjoy!

Notes

This Gouda Bacon Macaroni and Cheese is a crowd-pleaser! For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or a bit of horseradish cheese.