macaroni and cheese with caramelized mushrooms

How To Make macaroni and cheese with caramelized mushrooms

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Step 2
  Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Add shredded mild cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs; mix well.
• Step 3
  Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Add macaroni and return to a boil. Cook and occasionally stir until the macaroni has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
• Step 4
  Heat avocado oil and brown sugar in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add sliced portabello mushrooms and saute for 5 minutes until the mushrooms are caramelized.
• Step 5
  Stir in cajun seasoning, dry onion soup mix and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
• Step 6
  Heat margarine in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Combine heavy whipping cream, evaporated milk, cream cheese and half and half; whisk together for 4 minutes until blended.
• Step 7
  Stir in 1 cup shredded gouda cheese and cubed American cheese and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the cheeses are melted.
• Step 8
  Add cooked macaroni and caramelized mushroom mixture; mix well until combined. Remove from heat.
• Step 9
  Spoon evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, remaining shredded gouda cheese and panko bread crumbs.
• Step 10
  Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
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