Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese
Stovetop gluten-free mac and cheese with a homemade cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, parmesan, and a touch of ground mustard. Ready in 25 minutes with one pan for the sauce.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) gluten-free macaroni noodles
- 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (26 g) gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups (488 g) whole milk
- 2 cups (226 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) grated parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Cook 12 oz (340 g) gluten-free macaroni noodles according to the package directions, reducing the cook time by 2 minutes so the pasta stays al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- In a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter.
- Add 3 tablespoons (26 g) gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon kosher salt,1 teaspoon ground mustard powder, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Whisk until a paste forms and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often.
- Slowly pour in 2 cups (488 g) whole milk, whisking constantly. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat. Add 2 cups (226 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese and ½ cup (50 g) grated parmesan cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and fold into the cheese sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Cheese: Grate your own cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking coating that prevents it from melting smoothly.
- Pasta: I used Jovial gluten-free elbow macaroni. Any small gluten-free pasta shape works.
- Flour: I used Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour. Any gluten-free blend meant to replace all-purpose flour will work in this recipe.
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add a splash of milk when reheating to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 816mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 757IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 462mg | Iron: 1mg
