Ingredients

  • 1 lb uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 12 cup butter
  • 14 cup and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 12 cups milk
  • 2 12 cups evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 pinch dry mustard or 14-12 teaspoon prepared Dijon mustard, to taste
  • 1 fresh garlic clove, pressed
  • 1 cup fresh grated romano cheese
  • 5 -6 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 cup butter
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 2 liberal pinches paprika, smoked if available

Method

  • * Cook macaroni according to the package directions.
  • Drain.
  • * In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in flour, making a roux.
  • * Add milk, evaporated milk, cream, and sour cream to roux slowly, whisking constantly.
  • * Stir in mustard and garlic.
  • * Stir in cheeses, and cook over low heat until cheese is melted and the sauce is a little thick.
  • * Put macaroni in large casserole dish, and pour sauce over macaroni.
  • Stir well.
  • (If you want to "make ahead", at this point, you can stop and refrigerate up to one day.
  • ).
  • * To make topping:.
  • * Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • * Add breadcrumbs and brown.
  • * Spread over the macaroni and cheese to cover.
  • * Sprinkle with a little paprika.
  • * Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes (or, if you made this ahead and refrigerated, add 10-20 extra minutes).
  • Serve.