Smoked Gouda & Chorizo Mac 'n' Cheese

Name: Smoked Gouda & Chorizo Mac 'n' Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz Elbow macaroni; 3 cup Smoked gouda, shredded; 1 cup Sharp cheddar, shredded; 8 oz Chorizo sausage, diced; 3 cup Milk; 4 tbsp Butter; 4 tbsp All-purpose flour; 0.5 cup Roasted red peppers, drained and chopped; 1 tsp Smoked paprika; Salt; Black pepper; 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs

A sophisticated twist on a classic, this mac 'n' cheese combines the smoky richness of gouda with spicy chorizo and a hint of roasted red pepper.

Prep 15 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 6

Ingredients

16 oz Elbow macaroni
3 cup Smoked gouda, shredded
1 cup Sharp cheddar, shredded
8 oz Chorizo sausage, diced
3 cup Milk
4 tbsp Butter
4 tbsp All-purpose flour
0.5 cup Roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1 tsp Smoked paprika
Salt
Black pepper
0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.

Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Reduce heat to low.

Stir in smoked gouda, cheddar, roasted red peppers, and smoked paprika until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

In a separate pan, cook diced chorizo until crispy. Drain excess fat.

Add cooked macaroni and chorizo to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.

Transfer to a baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.