Description
Experience the comforting flavors of Haitian mac and cheese, featuring creamy Gouda and Parmesan mixed with sautรฉed vegetables for a delightful twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1/3 cup sliced red and yellow bell peppers (or red and green)
- 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
- 6 oz (170 g) evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup (57 g) mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup (85 g) shredded Gouda cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup (22 g) grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until sizzling. Add the onions and sautรฉ for about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the bell peppers, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until theyโre tender.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sautรฉ for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions until soft or al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add the sautรฉed vegetables, evaporated milk, mayonnaise, Gouda, and Parmesan to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir until the mixture starts to blend and the cheese begins to melt.
- Pour the cheesy pasta mixture into the greased baking dish. Top with more shredded Gouda and Parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the top is golden. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve it with a fresh green salad or grilled vegetables. For leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg