GROWN UP MAC & CHEESE

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Your favorite as a kid just got a deliciously tasty upgrade! Perfect for weeknight suppers or weekend dinner parties.

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

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Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked whole grain elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
8 ounces processed American cheese, cubed
1 link Johnsonville® Smoked or Three-Cheese Italian Style Premium Cooking Sausage (from 13.5 oz. pkg.), quartered and sliced

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.
  • Mix panko, parsley, and olive oil together in a bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add cheese; cook and stir until melted.
  • Stir in macaroni and sausage.
  • Spread panko mixture on top and bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 85.9 mg, Fat 37.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 1229 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Miraj Khan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mac and cheese.


Meghraj Shrestha
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The panko topping is the perfect way to add a little bit of crunch to the dish.


Mason Baskin
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The Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses add a nice depth of flavor to the sauce.


Landon Madsen
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I love that this recipe uses sharp cheddar cheese. It gives the sauce a really nice bite.


Kristy Mills
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's always a hit with everyone.


Benitah Janix
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I'm not a huge fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Nancy bonareri Bonareri
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Turyasingura Irene
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the panko topping is the perfect finishing touch.


DNG KELLAR
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mac and cheese.


Masbaulallom Masbaulallom
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal.


ABDULLAH • MAHAR
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The panko topping is a great way to add some extra texture and flavor to the dish.


Iriha Vashchuk
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I love that this recipe uses three different types of cheese. It gives the sauce a really complex flavor.


SyedIrtiza Musavi
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This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Kashif Salim
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Najeeb Najooo
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Muhammad Adnan
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The panko topping was the perfect finishing touch. It added a nice crunch and helped to soak up some of the sauce.


Sheikh mohammod ali
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I was skeptical about the addition of Gruyère and Parmesan to the sauce, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they worked together. The Gruyère added a nutty flavor and the Parmesan added a touch of sharpness.


Wendy O'Bryant
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This grown-up mac and cheese is a total game-changer! The combination of sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses creates a rich and flavorful sauce that is perfectly complemented by the crispy panko topping.