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#MAC AND CHEESE WITH PANKO BREAD CRUMBS RECIPE 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. In the South, we know that mac and cheese is worthy of the Thanksgiving table just like every other creamy casserole and hearty carb-packed dishespecially this version, which is topped with buttery panko breadcrumbs flavored with sage, thyme, and rosemary.

Immediately pour the cheese sauce over the cooked macaroni and toss gently to coat. Add the shredded American and Cheddar cheeses in handfuls, whisking constantly until each handful is melted before adding the next one. 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. Meanwhile, for the cheese sauce, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. 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.
