If you want something milder, try cutting the gruyere with some provolone. Emmental, Beaufort, or Jarlsberg can be substituted.
SHARP WHITE CHEDDAR MAC AND CHEESE FULL
However, not everyone has the same cheesy preferences! Check out the “Ingredients” section below to see all the different types you can use. I love my cheese sauces to be sharp and packed with big flavor. It’s nutty, smooth, and bold all the same time just downright delicious. Sharp cheddar is a must for any great mac and cheese, and I really do feel the same way about gruyere. I can’t deny that it doesn’t still have a special place in my heart, but I think I’ve levelled up quite a bit with this extravagantly cheesy baked mac. I, honestly, used to live for boxed mac and cheese as a kid. This tried-and-true recipe has been a staple in my cooking repertoire for as long as I can remember. Baked Mac and Cheese is the true definition of comfort food! Tender macaroni noodles smothered in a silky, rich, creamy sharp cheddar and gruyere sauce, then baked to golden perfection with a crunchy panko topping.