Assemble: In your baking dish, layer some of the pasta mixture with shredded cheese. Repeat until you've used all the ingredients. Bake: Bake until golden and bubbly, about 30 minutes. For a crispy top, broil the last two minutes of cooking. Let cool and enjoy. Here are a few tips and tricks from our Test Kitchen for the ultimate mac and cheese.

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