Lobster and Bacon Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound (12 ounces) cavatappi pasta
• 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups half and half
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 8 ounces (about 2 cups) grated Wisconsin Havarti Cheese
• 4 ounces (about 1 cup) grated or chopped Wisconsin Smoked Cheddar Cheese
• 1 cup coarsely chopped lobster meat
• 1/2 cup finely chopped cooked bacon
• 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs

Preparation

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