Delicious, but takes awhile to prepare /
Ingredients:
(I usually half the recipe)
7 Tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni (I use about 3/4 pound)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup hot sauce (preferably Frank’s)
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tsp dry mustard
2 1/2 cups half-and-half (1 pint)
1 pound yellow sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 1/2 cups)
8 oz pepper jack cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
2/3 cup sour cream
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
optional: 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Family Recipes 