Description
There’s nothing like a warm, cheesy bowl of mac & cheese to bring comfort to any day. This Stovetop Gouda Mac & Cheese is ultra-creamy, rich, and packed with flavor! The combination of cheddar and gouda melts into the silkiest sauce, coating every bite of tender pasta. Best of all, it comes together in just 20 minutes—perfect for a quick dinner or a cozy side dish. One bite, and you’ll never go back to boxed mac & cheese again! Try it and let me know what you think! ❤️
Ingredients
✅ 1 lb uncooked macaroni
✅ ¼ cup unsalted butter
✅ ¼ cup all-purpose flour
✅ ¾ cup powdered milk diluted in 2 ½ cups warm water
✅ ½ tsp salt
✅ ½ tsp black pepper
✅ ¼ tsp smoked paprika
✅ 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
✅ ½ cup freshly shredded gouda cheese
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in flour and cook until golden brown.
3️⃣ Slowly add diluted powdered milk, whisking constantly. Add salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and gouda until melted and smooth.
5️⃣ Add the cooked pasta and mix until fully coated in the creamy cheese sauce.
6️⃣ Adjust seasoning if needed, sprinkle with extra smoked paprika, and serve hot!
Notes
🧀 Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and flavor!
🥛 Powdered milk trick: Diluting it properly creates the creamiest mac & cheese.
❄️ Storage: Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
🔥 Reheating: Add a splash of warm milk and heat in the oven for best results.