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Country Macaroni and Cheese With Spicy Topping Recipe

Country Macaroni and Cheese With Spicy Topping Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 lbs dried rigatoni pasta
1/4 cup butter
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
6 cups whole milk
2 tsp dijon-style mustard
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
salt (optional)
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (3/4 lb)
3 cups shredded colby cheese (3/4 lb)
3 tbsp butter
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 large garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup dry unseasoned breadcrumbs
2 tbsp minced fresh flat leaf parsley
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)

Directions:

In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and return to pot.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F Butter a deep 5-quart casserole and set aside. In a large deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, add onion and garlic to drained macaroni.
Whisk flour into skillet until smooth. Slowly whisk in milk and cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and smooth, about 5 minutes. Stir in mustard, cayenne, salt, if desired, and pepper. Gradually add cheeses, whisking until melted and mixture is smooth.
Pour cheese sauce over macaroni and stir gently to combine. Transfer mixture to prepared casserole.
TO MAKE TOPPING: In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in bread crumbs, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly, until crumbs are lightly coated, about 1 minute. Sprinkle mixture evenly over casserole.
Bake casserole, uncovered, for 25 to 30 minutes, until top is golden brown and center of the dish is hot and bubbly. Serve warm. Makes 12 servings.
ADVANCE PREPARATION: Casserole may be made ahead through step 4, covered tightly, and refrigerated overnight or up to 24 hours. Bring to room temperature before topping and baking.
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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	352.31 Kcal (1475 kJ)
Calories from fat	202.6 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	22.51g	35%
Cholesterol	61.63mg	21%
Sodium	321.77mg	13%
Potassium	259.51mg	6%
Total Carbs	35.18g	12%
Sugars	7.19g	29%
Dietary Fiber	1.96g	8%
Protein	18.24g	36%
Vitamin C	1.5mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	12%
Iron	19.4mg	108%
Calcium	447.4mg	45%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	124.58 Kcal (522 kJ)
Calories from fat	71.64 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.96g	35%
Cholesterol	21.79mg	21%
Sodium	113.79mg	13%
Potassium	91.77mg	6%
Total Carbs	12.44g	12%
Sugars	2.54g	29%
Dietary Fiber	0.69g	8%
Protein	6.45g	36%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	3%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	12%
Iron	6.9mg	108%
Calcium	158.2mg	45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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