Hot Cheetos Mac and Cheese - Creamy Homemade Recipe with Spicy Topping

Hot Cheetos Mac and Cheese - Creamy Homemade Recipe with Spicy Topping

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Rich homemade mac and cheese with cheddar and Gruyere, topped with crushed Flamin' Hot Cheetos. This comfort food recipe serves 6 in 55 minutes.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces elbow pasta
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (from 8-ounce block)
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded (from 4-ounce block)
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Flamin' Hot Cheetos, crushed into crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

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