Silky stovetop mac & cheese with crunchy topping

Get the best deals while shopping online ▸ Honey is FREE and finds coupons with the click of a button. Thanks Honey for sponsoring! ***RECIPE, SERVES 1 AS MAIN DISH, 2-4 AS SIDE DISH*** 1/4 lb (113 g) dried elbow pasta 1/3-1/2 cup (80-120 ml) milk 1-2 (15-30 g) tablespoons butter (depending on how rich you want it) 1 cup (100 g) any semi firm cheese(s), grated and packed 1 teaspoon (4 g) sodium citrate *OR* 1/2 cup (3 slices, 50 g) processed cheese (American cheese, “cheese slice,“ etc) torn and packed INSTEAD of sodium citrate 1/2 cup (50 g) any semi firm cheese(s), grated and packed For the breadcrumb topping 1/2 tablespoon (7 g) butter 1/8 cup (11 g) breadcrumbs (I like panko) 1/8 teaspoon herbs and/or spices (I like Herbs de Provence) Grate your cheese — my favorite combination is smoked gouda and sharp cheddar. Get a pot of salted water coming to a boil for the noodles. Make the breadcrumb topping by melting the butter in a small pan on medium-high heat and mixing in