Italian Mac And Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne
• ¼ cup butter (unsalted)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups milk
• 3 cups cheese (shredded, such as mozzarella, provolone)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions 

• Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta in a large salted pot of boiling water according to package instructions, until al-dente. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.
• Make Sauce: In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and Italian seasoning and whisk. Cook for 2 minutes while whisking continuously.
• Finish Sauce: Add the milk and whisk until it thickens. Stir in the cheeses and whisk until well combined and smooth.
• Add Pasta: Add the penne to the pot and toss well making sure the pasta is fully covered in sauce.
• Garnish & Serve: Garnish with red pepper flakes and serve.