Gingerly's Knock Out Six Cheese Mac and Cheese

Dive into pure comfort with Gingerly’s Knock Out Six Cheese Mac and Cheese, a decadent twist on a beloved classic. This show-stopping dish features a luxurious blend of six gourmet cheeses—white cheddar, Gruyère, mozzarella, Parmesan, Fontina, and tangy goat cheese—melted into a creamy sauce infused with a hint of ground ginger for a subtle, unexpected warmth. Perfectly cooked elbow macaroni swims in this rich, velvety mixture before being crowned with a golden, smoky breadcrumb topping made with panko, olive oil, and smoked paprika. Baked to bubbly perfection, this irresistible side (or main!) promises to wow at dinner parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this indulgent mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food elevated.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz Elbow macaroni pasta
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tsp Ground ginger
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup White cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 5

Add the ground ginger, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, stirring well to combine.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, then gradually stir in the cheeses (white cheddar, Gruyère, mozzarella, Parmesan, Fontina, and goat cheese) one handful at a time. Allow each handful to melt completely before adding the next.

Step 7

Once all the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth, add the cooked macaroni. Stir until the pasta is fully coated with the cheese sauce.

Step 8

Transfer the mac and cheese to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and smoked paprika. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the mac and cheese.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Gingerly’s Knock Out Six Cheese Mac and Cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2437.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6074.1

Total Fat 352.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 204.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 1013.2mg	0%
Sodium 7447.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 463.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 65.0g
Protein 254.4g	0%

Vitamin D 501.4IU	0%
Calcium 5425.6mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2596.4mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 30.7%