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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Cheese Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while continuing to whisk. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens.
- 5
Incorporate Cheese
Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add mustard powder and black pepper to the cheese sauce, stirring until well combined.
Combine and Bake
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
- 8
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
- 9
Transfer to Baking Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- 10
Add Topping
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.