Double-Dutch Mac and Cheese with Chard
Double-Dutch Mac and Cheese with Chard is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in large pot over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt 3 tablespoons butter in large pot over medium heat.
Add onion; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic, then flour; stir constantly 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in milk.
Cook, whisking occasionally, until mixture begins to boil, about 5 minutes.
Add 2 cups coarsely grated Gouda and 1 cup Edam.
Stir until cheeses melt, about 2 minutes.
Stir in cayenne and nutmeg.
Season sauce with salt and pepper.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter 13x9x2- inch baking dish.
Cook chard in large pot of boiling salted water until tender, about 1 minute.
Using slotted spoon, transfer chard to plate; cool.
Reserve pot with water.
Squeeze water from chard; chop finely.
Return water in pot to boil.
Add macaroni; cook until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
Stir macaroni into warm cheese sauce.
Place half of macaroni in dish; smooth top.
Top with 1 cup Edam cheese, then chard.
Top with remaining macaroni mixture; spread evenly.
Melt 3 tablespoons butter.
Place breadcrumbs in medium bowl.
Drizzle butter over; toss.
Add 1/2 cup finely grated Gouda and sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss.
Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over mac and cheese.
Sprinkle cumin seeds over, if desired.
Bake mac and cheese until breadcrumbs are golden and edges are bubbling, about 40 minutes.
Let stand 10 minutes.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.