Swiss Alpine Macaroni
Transport your taste buds to the Swiss Alps with this comforting and authentic Swiss Alpine Macaroni recipe. A harmonious blend of tender elbow macaroni and creamy diced potatoes is layered with a luscious, velvety cheese sauce made from Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, infused with warming hints of nutmeg and black pepper. Topped with golden, crispy caramelized onions and baked to perfection, this dish captures the heart of Swiss comfort food. As a traditional twist, serve it alongside sweet applesauce to balance the rich, savory flavors. Ready in under an hour, this cozy casserole is perfect for family dinners or cold winter nights. Don't miss out on this alpine classic that brings home hearty, wholesome flavors straight from Switzerland.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Elbow macaroni
- 300 grams Potatoes (peeled and diced into 1 cm cubes)
- 250 ml Heavy cream
- 250 ml Whole milk
- 200 grams Gruyère cheese (grated)
- 100 grams Emmental cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large Onion (thinly sliced)
- 200 grams Applesauce (optional, for serving)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and elbow macaroni, cooking together for 8-10 minutes until both are tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat the mixture over low heat until warm but not boiling.
Gradually stir in the grated Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, allowing them to melt into the cream mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and cook until golden and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a buttered baking dish, layer the cooked macaroni and potatoes. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the top, ensuring everything is well coated.
Bake the macaroni mixture in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until bubbly and slightly golden on top.
Remove the dish from the oven and top with the crispy onions.
Serve hot with applesauce on the side for a traditional Swiss touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3938 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.7 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.0 g | 600% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 4290 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.0 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.4 g | ||
| Protein | 140.0 g | 280% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 3072 mg | 236% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2250 mg | 48% | |
*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.
