Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups (packed) coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup (packed) coarsely grated whole-milk mozzarella
• 8 ounces medium shell pasta or gemelli
• ¼ teaspoon ground ancho chiles
• ¾ cup mild Peppadew peppers in brine
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
• + 4 more ingredients
• • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 7- to 8-ounce red bell pepper
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Look for panko at supermarkets and at Asian markets. Ground ancho chiles are available in the spice section of supermarkets and at latin markets.

Bring 1/2 cup water, bell pepper, and 1 1/2 garlic cloves to boil in small saucepan. Cover; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until pepper is soft, about 15 minutes. Toast panko in skillet over medium-high heat until golden, stirring often, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to bowl; cool to lukewarm. Rub ...

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