Panera Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Panera Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta; 1/4 cup butter; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk (I used 1% milk); 6 slices American cheese, chopped (I used Land O Lakes white, presliced from the deli); 1 cup extra-sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded (I used an 8 oz block of Cabot Vermont extra sharp and cut into small pieces for better melting); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (I used a store brand-start with half the amount and taste as you go); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional-I do not recommend using it. If you add too much then all you taste is the hot sauce); paprika (optional-I use smoked paprika)

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk (I used 1% milk)
6 slices American cheese, chopped (I used Land O Lakes white, presliced from the deli)
1 cup extra-sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded (I used an 8 oz block of Cabot Vermont extra sharp and cut into small pieces for better melting)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (I used a store brand-start with half the amount and taste as you go)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (optional-I do not recommend using it. If you add too much then all you taste is the hot sauce)
paprika (optional-I use smoked paprika)

1
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2
Melt butter in a Dutch oven over low heat. (I just used a regular pan) Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute, whisking constantly.
3
Gradually whisk in milk, cook over medium heat, whisking until mixture thickens and is bubbly. Remove from heat.
4
Add cheeses, mustard, salt, and hot sauce, stirring until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
5
Stir in pasta and cook over medium heat, 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. Serve immediately.

621

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta, 1/4 cup butter, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk (I used 1% milk), and more.

Yes, Panera Mac & Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Panera Mac & Cheese

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