Popcorn Crusted Macaroni and Cheese

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Popcorn Crusted Macaroni and Cheese * popcorn.org Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 8 ounces elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons butter, divided 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 cups milk 1-8 oz. (2 cups) package shredded sharp cheddar cheese 5 cups popped popcorn 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes Directions Preheat oven to 350º F. Butter an 8x8-inch baking pan with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. Cook and drain macaroni according to package directions; set aside. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, mustard, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Whisk in milk and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens; about 10 minutes. Stir in cheese until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Stir macaroni into sauce; pour macaroni mixture into prepared pan. Melt remaining tablespoon of butter and toss with popcorn and parsley flakes. Spread popcorn over macaroni and bake 10 minutes.