Mini Mac-and-Cheese Bites

These cheesy nibbles will bring out the kid in everyone this Thanksgiving.

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You Will Need
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
4 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
Thin baguette slices
Fresh basil leaves
1 cup breadcrumbs
Paprika


What to Do
1. In saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter on medium-low heat; add flour until blended. Add salt, pepper and milk. Cook, stirring until thickened. Add cheese; stir until melted. Add macaroni until well blended.

2. Line a slice of baguette with a basil leaf. Top with about 1 tablespoon mac and cheese.

3. Toss breadcrumbs with remaining 2 tablespoons butter (melted); press onto macaroni. Sprinkle with paprika. Broil 4 inches from heat until browned.

Makes about 48.

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