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RECIPE FOR MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BREAD CRUMB TOPPING MAC
Let the mac and cheese with panko stand for 5 minutes before serving. Broil 6 inches from the heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Quickly sprinkle the panko bread crumbs over the mac and cheese. Immediately pour the cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni and toss gently to coat. Whisk in the flour and optional red pepper flakes. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it generously, and let the water return to a boil. Add the shredded American and Cheddar cheeses in handfuls, whisking constantly until each handful is melted before adding the next one. Add the panko and the Parmesan to the melted butter and stir until well combined. Add the salt, pepper, mustard, and cream cheese whisk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened and bubbly, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the milk all at once, stirring constantly. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Cook the onion in the hot butter until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Bake in a preheated 400F oven until the cheese is bubbling and it is golden brown on top, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle the Parmesan-bread crumb topping evenly over the macaroni and cheese. Meanwhile, for the cheese sauce, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter (you can use the microwave) and mix with the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, and some salt and pepper.
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Stir together the panko, the melted butter, and the paprika in a small bowl set aside.Ĭook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions in a large saucepan drain and return to the saucepan.