Gouda Bacon Macaroni and Cheese
Overview
- Yield: 12 servings
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Ingredients
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16oz elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
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4 Tbsp butter
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2 1/4 cup skim milk
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1/2 cup flour
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1 1/4 cup heavy cream
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2 tsp kosher salt
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1 tsp ground black pepper
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1/2 tsp dry mustard
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2 tsp worcestershire
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1lb smoked gouda cheese, shredded
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1/2 lb sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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5 slices bread (about 2cups crumbs)
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3 Tbsp butter, melted
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1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
Method
- Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Set aside.
- In large pot, melt butter over medium high heat. Add skim milk and bring to near boiling. Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle in flour. Whisk vigorously over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Mixture should be 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.
- In food processor, shred Gouda and Cheddar cheese. Add to pot, stir until thoroughly combined.
- Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture. Pour into a 13x9 dish.
- In same food processor bowl (no need to wash it after shredding the cheese), process 5 slices of bread to a fine crumb. Add melted butter. Sprinkle over macaroni. Top with crumbled bacon.
- Bake uncovered in a 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes.