Chef John's Macaroni and Cheese
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 45 min
Ingredients
- ✓ 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
- ✓ ¼ cup butter
- ✓ ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ✓ ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ✓ ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ✓ ⅛ teaspoon white pepper
- ✓ 3 cups milk
- ✓ 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- ✓ ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ✓ 1 teaspoon salt
- ✓ 3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
- ✓ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ✓ ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- ✓ 1 tablespoon butter, melted