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Ultra thanksgiving mac and cheese

Ultra-Creamy Thanksgiving Mac and Cheese

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F; butter a shallow 9x13-inch dish.
  2. Cook pasta just al dente; drain well and set aside.
  3. Melt 5 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium; whisk in flour and cook 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk and cream; stir constantly about 6-8 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar and Gruyère until completely melted.
  6. Stir in mustard, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  7. Fold in pasta to coat every piece.
  8. Spread evenly in dish.
  9. Toss panko with melted butter; sprinkle evenly over top.
  10. Bake 30-35 minutes until top is golden brown and edges bubble; stand 5 minutes before serving.