Gourmet Havarti & Cheddar Baked Macaroni with Caramelized Onions

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Gourmet Havarti & Cheddar Baked Macaroni with Caramelized Onions elevates your comfort food with a rich blend of Havarti and Cheddar cheeses, complemented by sweet, caramelized onions. This vegetarian dish is a standout choice for American cuisine lovers, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. With its luscious flavor profile, this recipe is versatile enough to be served as a main dish or a side. Pair it with a fresh salad or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

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Overview

Elevate your mac and cheese game with this gourmet twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines the creamy richness of Havarti and Cheddar cheeses with the sweet depth of caramelized onions, creating a dish that's both indulgent and sophisticated. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, this baked macaroni and cheese will impress even the most discerning palates.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 80 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Small red onion, minced
• 16 Ounces (oz) package small pasta shells
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) unsalted butter
• 0.25 Cups brown sugar
• 3 11 Ounces (oz) cans condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup
• 0.67 Cups Havarti cheese, shredded
• 0.25 Cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1.33 Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Pinch garlic powder

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the minced red onion and pasta shells. Cook until the pasta is al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer the onion and pasta to a large casserole dish.
3. Season the pasta mixture with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder.
4. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Pour this over the pasta and stir to combine.
5. Add the condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup, shredded Havarti cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and 0.33 cups of the shredded Cheddar cheese to the pasta. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese over the top of the dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
8. For an extra crispy top, switch the oven setting to 'Broil' and cook for an additional 4 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your gourmet mac and cheese!

Enjoy your homemade Gourmet Havarti & Cheddar Baked Macaroni with Caramelized Onions!