# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz elbow macaroni
→ Cheese Sauce
02 - 2 cups whole milk
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
05 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Korean-Style Turkey
09 - 1 pound ground turkey
10 - 2 tablespoons gochujang
11 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
14 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
16 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Garnish
17 - 4 scallions, thinly sliced
18 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a smooth paste.
03 - Gradually add milk to the roux while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until completely melted and smooth. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
05 - In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
06 - Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and honey into the cooked turkey. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the turkey is well-coated and the sauce is slightly thickened. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Remove from heat.
07 - Transfer cooked macaroni to the skillet with cheese sauce. Stir until the pasta is fully coated and creamy. Fold in half of the Korean-style turkey mixture, reserving the remaining turkey for topping.
08 - Divide the mac and cheese among serving bowls. Top each portion with remaining turkey crumbles, sliced scallions, and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
