"A classic Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese recipe from the wonderful new cookbook The Up South Cookbook: Chasing Dixie in a Brooklyn Kitchen..."
INGREDIENTS
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 cups half-and-half
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
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2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
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3 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 pound)
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1 cup shredded manchego cheese (about 1/4 pound)
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1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (about 1/4 pound)
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8 cups water
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1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
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1 pound elbow macaroni
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika