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Gouda Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Nothing says comfort food like homemade Macaroni and Cheese! The gouda adds a creamy tang while the bacon adds a nice salty, smoked flavor! Try this at your next family dinner!
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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 ounces elbow macaroni cooked and drained
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2.25 cups milk
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 cups 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 for crumbs (about 2 cups)
  • 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 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.
  3. In food processor, shred Gouda and Cheddar cheese. Add to pot, stir until thoroughly combined.
  4. Add cooked macaroni to cheese mixture. Pour into a 13x9 dish.
  5. 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.
  6. Bake uncovered in a 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes. ENJOY!

Notes

This comforting Gouda Bacon Macaroni and Cheese is perfect for family dinners or potlucks.