Dijon mustard, sharp Cheddar, and hot sauce are the three secret ingredients in this creamy baked macaroni and cheese that give the casserole an extra bite. Pair this comfort food with a side salad to round out the meal.Prep: 15 minutes, Cook: 40 minutes
Ingredients
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1 (8-ounce) package dried elbow macaroni or favorite pasta (about 2 1/4 cups, uncooked)
¼ cup (4 tablespoons) butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
¼ to 1/2 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
¼ teaspoon hot sauce
1 (8-ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
Toppings (optional):
½ cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
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