1 lb pasta (cavatappi or curly) |
2 teaspoons salt |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
3/4 cup onion, 1/2-inch dice |
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) |
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups heavy cream |
3 cups half-and-half |
2 teaspoons kosher salt |
1 teaspoon white pepper (ground) |
3/4 lb smoked cheddar cheese, grated |
1/4 lb cheddar cheese, grated |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (chipotle chili powder) |
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs |