Alpine Macaroni

Name: Alpine Macaroni
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 potatoes, scrubbed; 1 (12 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 large onions, peeled and sliced; 1 clove garlic, minced; ½ cup shredded Gruyere cheese; ¾ cup heavy cream; salt and pepper to taste

Rating: 3.88 stars

17 Ratings
13 Reviews
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This is a traditional Swiss dish served on the slopes of the Alps. I like to top it with chunky apple sauce and crunchy onions to serve.

By Shannon B

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Recipe Summary

prep:

30 mins

cook:

20 mins

total:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 6 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

3 potatoes, scrubbed
1 (12 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, peeled and sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
¾ cup heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and fill with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil and cook until tender enough to pierce with a fork. Drain and cool slightly, then remove the peels, and slice into 1/4 inch thick slices.

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Step 2
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until barely tender, about 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion starts to turn translucent. Stir in the garlic, and cook for a few more minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Step 5
Layer the macaroni, onions and potatoes into the prepared baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese over the top, and drizzle cream evenly over the entire dish.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

493 calories; protein 14g; carbohydrates 66.1g; fat 19.4g; cholesterol 63mg; sodium 87.4mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (13)

Most helpful positive review

Shannon B

01/21/2008

Hi - this is my recipe but I think the folks at allrecipes.com altered it a bit. The cheese should be increased as one of you mentioned - and the chunky applesauce and crunchy onions on top are a must for flavor!! Hope this helps:) - Shannon Read More

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KAYLA-7

11/13/2007

Different but different does not necessarily translate to good. My family did not care for this dish. It was not very good. I will stick to a more traditional mac and cheese next time. Read More

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17 Ratings

5 star values: 6
4 star values: 7
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 1

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Shannon B

01/21/2008

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Irie214

12/17/2007

I thought this was good! Maybe a little bland...next time I will use 1 cup of Gruyere AND 1 cup of Emmentaller cheese plus lots of salt and pepper! There were a lot of onions as is but i did top with applesauce to serve..yummy!! Read More

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lhepp

08/15/2011

Great recipe.My aunt from Switzerland makes it with 3 cups of cheese and no heavy cream. She uses Emmentaler Swiss cheese Gruyere and Jarlseberg. Read More

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Kristens

02/24/2011

Since you slice the potatoes anyway I scrubbed and sliced them before boiling and it only took 10 minutes then kept the skin on for nutrition. I boiled the noodles only 4 minutes knowing they would cook more in the oven anyway with the added liquid. I used 1/3 c Wisconsin Brick cheese and 1/3 c Fontina and only 1/4 c Gruyere. I had only milk so I didn't use heavy cream. I baked it covered for 45 min at 350 and it was perfect. Read More

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KAYLA-7

11/13/2007

Different but different does not necessarily translate to good. My family did not care for this dish. It was not very good. I will stick to a more traditional mac and cheese next time. Read More

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mw7327

02/01/2011

Delish! Made this for my work holiday party and everyone asked for the recipe. Wasn't crazy about the apple sauce but the crunchy onions are a must! Read More

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Laelee

03/06/2009

We all enjoyed this unusual and tasty recipe! Read More

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Lori Michael

04/09/2012

We just got back from Switzerland and had this dish. It was made with the noodles and potatoes but the onions were served carmelized on top. Excellent! I liked it so much I came to here in search of the recipe! Can't wait to try it! Read More

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Nate

01/28/2013

Made as directed. Not Horrible but definitely not good whenever we make casseroles in our house we have them for leftovers the next day we Did not save the leftovers from this!!!!! Read More

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Alpine Macaroni

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 492.5

% Daily Value *

protein: 28 %

carbohydrates: 21 %

dietary fiber: 20 %

sugars:

fat: 30 %

saturated fat: 58 %

cholesterol: 21 %

vitamin a iu: 13 %

niacin equivalents: 65 %

vitamin b6: 30 %

vitamin c: 42 %

folate: 40 %

calcium: 17 %

iron: 16 %

magnesium: 23 %

potassium: 19 %

sodium: 4 %

thiamin: 71 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Shannon B

01/21/2008

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Irie214

12/17/2007

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lhepp

08/15/2011

Great recipe.My aunt from Switzerland makes it with 3 cups of cheese and no heavy cream. She uses Emmentaler Swiss cheese Gruyere and Jarlseberg.

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(8)

Kristens

02/24/2011

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KAYLA-7

11/13/2007

Different but different does not necessarily translate to good. My family did not care for this dish. It was not very good. I will stick to a more traditional mac and cheese next time.

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(4)

mw7327

02/01/2011

Delish! Made this for my work holiday party and everyone asked for the recipe. Wasn't crazy about the apple sauce but the crunchy onions are a must!

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(3)

Laelee

03/06/2009

We all enjoyed this unusual and tasty recipe!

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Lori Michael

04/09/2012

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Nate

01/28/2013

Made as directed. Not Horrible but definitely not good whenever we make casseroles in our house we have them for leftovers the next day we Did not save the leftovers from this!!!!!

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