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Crispy Fried Onion Garlic Parmesan Mac and Cheese

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Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz. elbow pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 can french fried onions

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the garlic in the butter until fragrant.
  • Add in flour, mix for a minute until browned. Pour in milk, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue to cookie while whisking, until the cheese has completely melted and the sauce has thickened.
  • Mix the sauce with the pasta. Spread it into a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with french fried onions. Bake for 20-25 minutes.