Ultimate 8-Cheese Stove-Top Macaroni Delight

Ingredients

- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Gouda
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère
- 1/2 cup shredded Fontina
- 1/2 cup shredded Provolone
- 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella
- 1/4 cup Brie, rind removed, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup smoked Provolone, shredded
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce

Instructions

1. Cook Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil on the stove.
- Add 1 pound elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, following package instructions (approximately PT8M / 8 minutes).
- Drain the pasta and set aside.

2. Prepare Cheese Sauce:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons salted butter.
- Stir in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, whisking continuously for about PT2M / 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Add 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon ground mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon white pepper. Stir well.
- Gradually pour in 4 cups milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk and cook for PT5M / 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens.

3. Incorporate Cheeses:
- Reduce the heat to low. Slowly add:
- 1 cup sharp cheddar
- 1/2 cup Gouda
- 1/2 cup Gruyère
- 1/2 cup Fontina
- 1/2 cup Provolone
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella
- 1/4 cup Brie
- 1/4 cup goat cheese
- 1/4 cup smoked Provolone
Stir constantly after each addition until all cheeses have melted into a smooth sauce.

4. Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce.
- Stir until all the macaroni is well-coated with the sauce.

5. Finish with Flair:
- Add 2 teaspoons of hot sauce to the macaroni and cheese mixture.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution.

6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Spoon into serving bowls and serve immediately while warm for the ultimate creamy experience.

Total Time

PT25M
25 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Cheesy Macaroni, Mac and Cheese, Gourmet Macaroni, Stove-Top Macaroni, Cheese Lovers, Comfort Food, Rich Macaroni, Family Dinner, Cheese Sauce, Savory Dinner

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

4480 calories total

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