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Ultimate Five Cheese Mac and Cheese

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This creamy and indulgent Five Cheese Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Loaded with sharp cheddar, pepper jack, smoked gouda, mozzarella, and Velveeta, it’s a cheesy, flavorful dish that’s ready in under an hour.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried macaroni noodles
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups pepper jack cheese
  • 2 cups smoked gouda cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5 cups heavy cream
  • 4 ounces Velveeta, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the macaroni noodles in boiling salted water for 1 minute less than al dente according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Shred all your cheeses and divide them in half.
  4. In a pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the heavy cream and whisk until smooth. Bring to a low simmer, which may take about 5-6 minutes. Keep whisking occasionally to prevent burning.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add half of the shredded cheeses and all of the Velveeta, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and ground mustard. Let it simmer on low until everything is melted and creamy. (Do not turn the heat up, as this could cause the sauce to become grainy.)
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
  7. Transfer half of the pasta and cheese sauce mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish. Top with half of the remaining shredded cheese. Add the rest of the noodles and top with the remaining shredded cheese for the final layer.
  8. Place the baking dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake uncovered on the middle rack for 35-40 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  9. Let the mac and cheese sit for at least 15 minutes to thicken up before serving.

Notes

  • For an added crunch, you can sprinkle breadcrumbs on top of the cheese before baking.
  • If you like a spicier version, increase the amount of pepper jack cheese or add some cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time, stored in the fridge, and baked when ready to serve.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 39g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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