Ingredients

• Salt
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1/2 box Cheez-it crackers
• 1 bunch fresh chives, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons grated aged Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup grated fontina cheese
• 2 tablespoons crumbled soft goat cheese
• 2 cups heavy cream
• Freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Set the oven to broil. Add the pasta to a pot of boiling salted water and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Pulse the crackers in a food processor to a coarse consistency. Mix with the chives and parsley.
3. Whisk the butter and flour in a medium saucepot over medium-high heat until fully incorporated and bubbly. Add the milk and bring to a simmer, whisking the entire time. Whisk in the cheeses, a little at a time, until thoroughly combined. Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
4. Strain the pasta and mix with the cheesy sauce. Spoon into oven-safe baking vessels and top with the crumb crust. Place under the broiler until lightly toasted and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully so the mac doesn't burn.