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Tracklist of Ingredients:
1 box elbow macaroni — your classic base, ready to soak up all that cheesy magic
1 brick sharp cheddar — bold and unapologetic, laying down the flavor foundation
1 brick cream cheese — smooth operator bringing that creamy texture
1 log goat cheese — the tangy wildcard that keeps things interesting
(Optional guest star: Gouda) — smoky, buttery notes that melt like a dream
Seasoning salt & cracked black pepper — the background beat that makes every bite sing
Panko breadcrumbs — for that golden, crunchy top layer that adds the perfect finale
Why You’ll Love This Hit:
This isn’t your average mac and cheese — it’s comfort food turned masterpiece. Creamy, rich, and layered with flavor, this version hits every note. The goat cheese adds a tangy surprise, while the panko topping gives you that crave-worthy crunch. A dash of seasoning salt and pepper brings balance and depth, so each forkful is smooth, sharp, and perfectly seasoned.
Best Paired With:
Crispy fried or oven-baked chicken — because that crunch-on-creamy combo is pure harmony
BBQ ribs, pulled pork, or brisket — smoky meets cheesy in a duet that never misses
Roasted or grilled veggies — add some earthy sweetness to balance the richness
Solo act — grab a fork, cue up your favorite playlist, and let it shine on its own
🎶 Bake it golden, serve it hot, and let the crowd (or just your family) go wild.
This side dish doesn’t just accompany the meal — it headlines.
🎸 Directions — Turn Up the Heat & Break the Rules
Step 1: Boil It Like You Mean It.
Grab your favorite pot (the one that’s seen things). Fill it with water, toss in a pinch of salt, and bring it to a rolling boil. Throw in your elbow macaroni and cook until it’s just shy of perfect — think al dente, not mushy. Drain it, but don’t rinse — we want that starch to hang around for extra creaminess.
Step 2: Melt Down the System.
In a saucepan, drop your cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and goat cheese like a lineup that refuses to play pop radio. If you’re feeling bold (and you should be), invite Gouda to the jam session. Add a splash of milk or cream to loosen things up, then stir over low heat until everything’s melted and silky.
Step 3: Season Like a Rebel.
Now crank up the flavor — toss in a hit of seasoning salt and cracked black pepper. Taste. Adjust. Repeat until it feels like a riot in your mouth. This is your mac — make it loud, make it proud.
Step 4: Bring It All Together.
Pour that molten cheese masterpiece over your macaroni. Stir until every noodle is drenched in creamy rebellion. Spoon the mix into a baking dish like you’re layering a legacy.
Step 5: Top It Like You Mean It.
In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with a drizzle of melted butter (or olive oil if you’re keeping it clean). Sprinkle it all over the top like confetti at a basement show.
Step 6: Bake to Golden Glory.
Slide that bad boy into a 375°F oven and bake for about 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden, crispy, and begging to be devoured.
Step 7: Serve It Loud.
Scoop it up while it’s hot and melty. Pairs perfectly with BBQ, fried chicken, roasted veggies, or just a fork and your favorite 90’s playlist.
💥 Final Note from The Wellness Blondie:
Real food doesn’t have to play nice. It can be bold, loud, unapologetically creamy — and still made with real, whole ingredients. So crank the oven, grab a spoon, and feed that inner rockstar.
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💥 Share this recipe with your fellow food lovers, homesteaders, and anyone who still believes real food should taste like comfort and confidence had a baby. Whether they’re BBQ masters, kitchen newbies, or fellow 90’s souls craving nostalgia — they deserve a bite of this.
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