Cuban Mac & Cheese – Cabot Creamery

Ingredients

• 4-5 slices Cuban bread (French or Italian can be substituted)
• 1 pound uncooked penne, large elbows or shells
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) Cabot Salted Butter
• 1 cup King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
• 4 cups hot milk
• 1 tablespoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce, or more to taste
• 16 ounces Cabot Extra Sharp Cheddar, grated (about 4 cups)
• ¼ pound sliced ham, cut into ½ – inch pieces
• ¼ pound sliced roast pork, cut into ½ – inch pieces
• ½ cup dill pickles, cut into ½ – inch pieces