Westville Mac & Cheese

For the sauce:

• Butter 1Tbs

• Neutral Oil 1Tbl

• Garlic Minced 1 clove

• Cheddar yellow (shredded)1/2 C

• Smoked Gouda (shredded) 1/4 C

• Half & Half 2 C

• Thyme fresh (chopped) 1tsp

• Rosemary fresh (chopped) 1tsp

• Mustard Powder 1tsp

• Old Bay 1tsp

• Onion Powder 1tsp

• Garlic Powder 1tsp

• Salt to taste

• Black Pepper to taste

Assembly:

• Cavatappi Pasta 8oz

• Sauce 2 C

• Smoked Gouda 1/2 C

Instructions:

• Pre-heat the oven to its broiler setting on high.

• Bring a 4 quart pot of water to a boil, and season with salt. Add the Cavatappi pasta and cook to desired consistency or follow the instructions on the box of preference.

• In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sweat briefly, aim for a light golden color. Add the half and half and allow it to come to a light simmer. Once simmering, add all the rest of the components under the sauce list. With a whisk, stir until the cheese has completely melted and incorporated. Allow it to simmer for another 2 minutes and finish by seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

• Combine the pasta and the sauce in a desired baking dish and top with the additional shredded smoked gouda. Place in the broiler until bubbling and golden brown