Smoky Mac and Cheese - Oakhurst® Dairy

Ingredients

• Softened butter, for the baking dish
• 5 tablespoons Oakhurst Butter , divided
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups Oakhurst Whole Milk
• 1 pound smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 to 4 dashes hot sauce
• 1-1/2 Cups Oakhurst Half & Half
• 1 pound mostaccioli, cooked according to the package directions
• 1 cup crushed crackers or seasoned bread crumbs