7 cheese gourmet cheddar mac

Name: 7 CHEESE GOURMET CHEDDAR MAC
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 box(es) elbow macaroni, cooked al dente or firm (8 ounces); 1/4 stick(s) butter (2 tbs.); 8 ounce(s) cream cheese, cubed, softened room temperature; 1/2 cup(s) evaporated milk; 1/2 cup(s) heavy whipping cream,; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) yellow mustard; 1/4 cup(s) chopped chive (freeze dried); 2 teaspoon(s) coarse ground black pepper plus extra for top if desired; 1 cup(s) monterey jack cheese cut into small cubes; 3/4 cup(s) shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup(s) grated parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese- divided; - 4 slices swiss cheese (cut into triangles for top) optional + chopped chive; 1/2 cup(s) gourmet cheddar cheese powder (optional)

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Rose Mary Mogan

Sauk Village, IL

Updated on Sep 3, 2014

Other than potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese is my husbands next favorite side dish. In order not to disappoint, I am forever trying to create new ways to make it. I already have 4 recipes posted for Mac & Cheese & this is my 5th. I am glad it was a winner too. because he really enjoyed this one. He loved it so much he even suggested the name. This is a side that you can only eat on a special occasion or once in a while as it is not calorie friendly. Once in awhile is okay as long as you eat it in moderation if you can withstand the temptation. I created it from what I had on hand in the fridge.

Rate

prep time 30 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Bake

yield 8 or more depending on portion size

Ingredients

1/2 box elbow macaroni, cooked al dente or firm (8 ounces)
1/4 stick butter (2 tbs.)
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed, softened room temperature
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream,
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/4 cup chopped chive (freeze dried)
2 teaspoons coarse ground black pepper plus extra for top if desired
1 cup monterey jack cheese cut into small cubes
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese- divided
- 4 slices swiss cheese (cut into triangles for top) optional + chopped chive
1/2 cup gourmet cheddar cheese powder (optional)

How To Make 7 cheese gourmet cheddar mac

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook macaroni according to directions on box for al dente or firm, I cooked mine for 7 minutes. Drain. PLEASE NOTE I PURPOSELY DID NOT ADD SALT TO RECIPE BECAUSE OF SODIUM IN THE VARIOUS CHEESES.

Step 2

Add to large bowl or pot, then add the cream cheese and butter. STIR TO MIX WHILE HOT. Note I had cooked mine earlier & reheated in microwave.
Step 3

Add the evaporated milk, eggs, heavy cream, yellow mustard, chive and black pepper to a medium bowl or large measuring cup, and beat or whisk until all ingredients are blended together.
Step 4

Add the gourmet cheddar powder and stir to blend , NOTE: BEFORE I DISCOVERED THAT I COULD ORDER THIS ITEM FROM AMAZON, I WOULD BUY CHEAP MACARONI & CHEESE BOXES AND USE THAT. I NOW ORDER IN THE LARGE SIZE FROM AMAZON. It is optional if you don't have it.
Step 5

Cube the Monterey Jack cheese then add to bowl and stir to mix.
Step 6

Add the remaining cheeses, reserving 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar for top, & EXCLUDING THE SWISS SLICES and stir to blend together. Spray a medium size casserole dish with non stick cooking spray, then pour in Mac & cheese.
Step 7

Sprinkle with additional Black Pepper & chopped chive if desired.
Step 8

Cut the Swiss cheese into triangles and add to top of Macaroni & remaining shredded cheddar, then sprinkle with chopped chive if desired. Place in preheated 350 degree F. oven and Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Step 9

Remove from oven & allow to rest about 10 minutes then serve.
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