"This Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe is velvety creamy, rich and cheesy, comfort in a bowl, with a buttery crispy panko topping and 3 cheeses!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound cavatappi/cellentani pasta ((may sub rigatoni or penne))
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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3 cups milk
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1 12 oz. can evaporated milk
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon chicken bouillon ((see notes))
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1 tsp EACH onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((optional))
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1 ½ cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, (room temperature)
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1 ½ cups freshly shredded Gruyere cheese, (room temperature)
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1 ½ cups freshly shredded smoked Gouda cheese,
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
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2 tablespoon butter
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil