Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese - Part One Recipe Video

This is Part 1 to the complete video of Chef Rich Sweeney of R Gang Eatery, San Diego, preparing their speciality Smoked Gouda Macaroni and Cheese. Watch part 2 at http://www.ifood.tv/recipe/r-gang-eatery-part-two

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time40 Min
Ready In55 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexJust EnjoyServings1
CuisineCourse
TasteFeel
MethodVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Vegetable oil1 Tablespoon
 Onions1 Small, dice
 Garlic cloves1 Large, chop
 Cayenne pepper1 Teaspoon
 Chili powder1 Teaspoon
 Smoked paprika1 Teaspoon
 Garlic powder1 Teaspoon
 Cinnamon1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Dark beer1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Cream3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Cream cheese3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Gouda cheese3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Macaroni1 Cup (16 tbs), cooked and drained
 Black pepper1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Crackers1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), crumbled
 Butter2 Tablespoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2495 Calories from Fat 1196

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 135 g207.2%

Saturated Fat 74.4 g372%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 375 mg125%

Sodium 2703.7 mg112.7%

Total Carbohydrates 259 g86.4%

Dietary Fiber 11.6 g46.2%

Sugars 80.1 g

Protein 59 g118.8%

Vitamin A 147.3% Vitamin C 33%

Calcium 132.9% Iron 40.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.

MAKING
2. In a pan on the stove, add vegetable oil.
3. Add onions and let it sweat.
4. Add the garlic and stir.
5. Add the cayenne pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder and cinnamon and stir. Keep on medium heat.
6. Add the dark beer and cook till alcohol cooks off and reduce the liquid.
7. Add cream bit by bit and stir well.
8. Take off heat so the cream doesn't boil over.
9. Add cream cheese and melt while whisking to get a smooth consistency.
10. Add smoked gouda cheese bit by bit and stir.
11. Put the pan back on the heat while making sure it doesn't get too hot.
12. Add black pepper and salt and stir well to combine.
13. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir well.
14. In a bowl, mix the butter and crumbled crackers.
15. Add the dish to a plate.
16. Sprinkle the buttered cracker over the pasta.
17. Pop into the oven for 5-6 minutes until the top is light brown.

SERVING
18. Serve hot.
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