Gourmet Four Cheese Mac & Cheese

8 oz. penne pasta

4 Tbsp. butter

4 Tbsp flour

2 C. whole milk

½ C. heavy cream

1 C. grated sharp cheddar cheese

½ C. grated smoked gouda

¼ C. grated gruyere

¼ C. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

1 tsp. smoked paprika

1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper

Bring a Dutch oven with salted water to a boil over high heat.

Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 12-14 minutes.

Drain the pasta.

Placing the Dutch oven back on the stovetop, melt the butter and whisk in the flour, cooking for 2 minutes.

Pour in the milk and cream and bring to a boil, whisking constantly until it thickens slightly, 2-3 minutes.

Whisk in the cheeses until smooth.

Season with the paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper.

Serves 4