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.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Toss in the diced ham and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to brown slightly.
Add the diced bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Reduce the heat to low, pour in the cream, and stir to combine with the other ingredients.
Add the grated Gouda cheese to the skillet and stir until it has completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the pasta through, then remove from heat.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley (if desired) and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 1614 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 495 mg | 11% | |
*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.
