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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente, cooked, but with a little bite to them.
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Drain well, and set aside.
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In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat and saute the onion and jalapenos.
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Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
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Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, for 6 minutes.
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Pour in the milk and half-and-half and whisk until the mixture thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Add in the Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and goat cheese and whisk until all the cheese is melted.
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Turn off the heat and stir in the cooked noodles.
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Pour the mixture into a 9 by 13-inch baking dish or 2 smaller baking dishes and set aside.
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On a baking sheet, blend together the panko, melted butter and salt and spread the mixture out into an even layer on the pan.
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Bake in the oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
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Watch it so it doesnt burn.
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On another baking sheet, lay out the strips of bacon and bake them for 15 minutes, or until crispy.
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Bake the mac 'n' cheese for 15 minutes, or until bubbling.
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Remove from the oven and top with the toasted panko and then the bacon.
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Serve hot.
