Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': '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.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': '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.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Pour cheese sauce over top and mix until thoroughly combined. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 15 minutes.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)