5 Cheese Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Ingredients for 5 Cheese Macaroni And Cheese

• Elbow Macaroni
• Butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Gouda Cheese
• Swiss Cheese
• Muenster Cheese
• Whole Milk
• 4 large eggs
• Salt
• Fresh Ground Pepper
• Cayenne Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder

How to Make 5 Cheese Macaroni And Cheese

1. Cook 2 cups elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water for 6 minutes. Do not overcook; the pasta will continue to cook in the oven.
2. While the macaroni cooks, prepare the cheese sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (melted), 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick).
3. Drain the cooked macaroni thoroughly.
4. Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce along with 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the macaroni is evenly coated.
5. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Bake in a preheated 325°F (160°C) oven for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
7. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.