Creamy Gouda and Crispy Bacon Mac and Cheese

Name: Creamy Gouda and Crispy Bacon Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 180 g Elbow macaroni; 100 g Shredded Gouda cheese; 80 g Shredded sharp cheddar; 25 g Unsalted butter; 25 g All-purpose flour; 250 ml Whole milk; 60 g Smoked bacon lardons

Elbow macaroni smothered in a decadent cheese sauce and baked with a crunchy topping.

EasyPrep 15 minCook 20 min2 servings

Nutrition facts

Per serving

795Calories

38gProtein

45gCarbs

51gFat

Values computed from the official ANSES / CIQUAL database.

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Ingredients

Elbow macaroni180 g
Shredded Gouda cheese100 g
Shredded sharp cheddar80 g
Unsalted butter25 g
All-purpose flour25 g
Whole milk250 ml
Smoked bacon lardons60 g

Steps

1
Cook macaroni al dente. Brown the bacon lardons in a pan.
2
Make a bechamel: melt butter, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thick.
3
Off the heat, stir three quarters of the Gouda and Cheddar into sauce until melted.
4
Combine pasta, sauce, and bacon. Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes until bubbly.

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