Dutch Style Macaroni

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and indulgent Dutch Style Macaroni recipe, a perfect harmony of rich flavors and creamy textures. Featuring tender macaroni pasta coated in a luscious Gouda cheese sauce, this dish is brought to life with savory bites of smoky ham, sweet bell peppers, and a hint of garlic. The recipe combines effortless preparation with a hearty payoff, making it a family favorite in just 40 minutes. Ideal for cheese lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike, this one-skillet masterpiece is seasoned to perfection and beautifully garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of elegance. Treat your taste buds to a taste of the Netherlands in every bite! Keywords: Dutch Style Macaroni, creamy pasta recipe, Gouda cheese sauce, ham and bell peppers pasta, quick Dutch-inspired dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Macaroni pasta
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 200 grams, diced Ham
• 2 medium, diced (preferably red and yellow) Bell peppers
• 200 milliliters Cream
• 200 grams Grated Gouda cheese
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Toss in the diced ham and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to brown slightly.

Step 5

Add the diced bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, pour in the cream, and stir to combine with the other ingredients.

Step 7

Add the grated Gouda cheese to the skillet and stir until it has completely melted and the sauce is creamy.

Step 8

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.

Step 10

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the pasta through, then remove from heat.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley (if desired) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1399.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2759.4

Total Fat 127.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 371.1mg	0%
Sodium 5090.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 111.3g	0%

Vitamin D 55.3IU	0%
Calcium 1813.2mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2645.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 42.9%