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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 2
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in 4 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- 4
Add Cheese
Reduce the heat to low, then add 4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, 2 cups of shredded smoked gouda, and 8 oz of softened cream cheese. Stir until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Stir in 1 tsp of salt, 0.5 tsp of black pepper, 1 tsp of garlic powder, and 1 tsp of onion powder. Mix well to combine.
Combine and Bake
- 6
Combine Pasta and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 7
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 0.5 cup of grated parmesan cheese, and 1 tsp of paprika. Drizzle with 2 tbs of melted butter and stir to combine.
- 8
Assemble the Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture on top.
- 9
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve hot and enjoy your smoked mac n cheese!
