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Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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"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 dish—especially this best-ever version—because down here, mac ‘n cheese is like everyone’s favorite aunt. We get excited to see it at the holiday dinner, it fits in seamlessly wherever it goes, and it never ceases to give some true Southern flair. Our Test Kitchen’s secret to an incredible macaroni and cheese is cubes of Cheddar cheese that melt as the pasta bakes, creating pockets of gooey goodness in every bite. The dish can be made through Step 2 up to one day in advance; cover and refrigerate. Bring the dish to room temperature (about 30 minutes) before proceeding with Step 3. We’re all for a make-ahead Thanksgiving recipe! It's time to pull together your Thanksgiving dinner menu and you can't leave this recipe off...."

INGREDIENTS
16 ounces uncooked large elbow macaroni, large shells, or cavatappi pasta
6 tablespoons salted butter
1/3 cup grated yellow onion
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups milk
1 3/4 cups heavy cream
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 ounces extra-sharp yellow Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup), plus 4 oz. diced (about 1 cup), divided
4 ounces sharp white Cheddar cheese, shredded, (about 1 cup), plus 4 oz. diced (about 1 cup), divided
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