Cannabis Gouda Bacon Penne Mac n Cheese

Gouda and queso cheese coat penne pasta and seasoned with herbs and thick-cut applewood smoked bacon blends with the earthy flavors of cannabis creating this elevated mac and cheese dish!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25-45 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 cups penne pasta, cooked and drained

• 1/4 cup cannabutter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2-1/4 cup cannamilk

• 1/2 cup cannaflour

• 1-1/4 cup heavy cream

• 1 tablespoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 pound gouda cheese, cubed

• 2-3/4 cups queso cheese, cubed

• 1/2 cup thick cut applewood smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled

Directions:

1. In a large pot melt the cannabutter over medium-low heat and add the garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the garlic becomes fragrant.

2. Add the cannamilk to the mixture and bring it to a bubble.

3. Gradually add the cannaflour while continuously whisking and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is well blended and smooth.

4. Slowly add the heavy cream while continuously whisking. Once all of the heavy cream has been added season the mixture with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend well.

5. Reduce the heat to low and whisk for 5 minutes.

6. Add the cheeses to the sauce and stir until the cheeses have completely melted and well blended.

7. Add the macaroni to the cheese sauce and blend well.

8. Next, add the bacon and gently mix the bacon into the macaroni and cheese.

9. Serve immediately or bake in an oven at 340F/170C with panko crumbs melted with a little cannabutter and sprinkled on top for 15 minutes or until the top becomes golden brown.