Tomato and Cherry Pepper Mac and Cheese – Mezzetta

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 lb ground sweet Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup Roasted Red Bell Peppers diced
• 1/4 cup Sliced Hot Cherry Peppers minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 (24.5 ounce) jar Family Recipes Marinara Sauce
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 1lb box short pasta, such as cavatappi or elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil