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A close-up of creamy, cheesy Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese topped with breadcrumbs in a white bowl.

Gluten-Free Mac and Cheese

This recipe provides instructions for making a classic macaroni and cheese dish using gluten-free pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 12 ounces Gluten-free elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend Use a blend with xanthan gum
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
  • 8 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese Shredded
  • 4 ounces Gruyère cheese Shredded

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the gluten-free macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Whisk in the gluten-free flour blend. Cook, stirring constantly, for one minute to cook out the raw flour taste. This mixture is the roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the salt, pepper, paprika, and dry mustard powder.
  6. Add the shredded cheddar and Gruyère cheese to the sauce in handfuls, stirring until each addition is completely melted and smooth before adding the next batch. Do not return the sauce to the heat, or it may become grainy.
  7. Add the cooked and drained macaroni to the cheese sauce. Stir gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gluten-free pasta can become soft quickly after cooking. It is best to serve this dish right after combining the pasta and sauce.

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