Ever wondered how you could make your cherished mac and cheese recipe even more delicious? Enter caramelized onions and a unique sourdough topping-putting a delightful twist on your favorite comforting dish. These mouthwatering ingredients create a beautiful blend of sweet and savory that harmonizes impeccably with the rich cheese sauce. Moreover, the crunchy, buttery bread cubes add an unexpected textural element to the plate, balancing the creaminess of the cheese.

Preparing the caramelized onions requires a simple sauté in oil till they turn a delicious golden-brown. You can enhance their flavor by adding a dollop of butter, a bit of beef bouillon paste, and a splash of sherry. After your pasta is dressed with the mac n' cheese magic, sprinkle these gorgeous onions along with the bread cubes for a gorgeous golden-brown finish.

As for the cheese, your choices are wide but remember to stick with something that can lend a sharp and robust taste such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Swiss cheese. They melt into a luscious, stretchy sauce that whispers sweet nothings to your noodles. The seasoning comprises the desirable duo of salt and black pepper, but a mix of freshly ground nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and mustard powder adds depth, enhancing the flavors of the cheese sauce.

Feel free to experiment with your choice of pasta. You needn't stick to the regular cavatappi, try pasta varieties like penne, gemelli, or campanelle instead.

To compliment your meal, pair your delectable mac and cheese with a medium-bodied Pinot Noir with hints of berry - we suggest the Sokol Blosser Kalita Vineyard Pinot Noir.

An added perk of this hearty dish is that it can be prepared a day in advance and heated up when it's mealtime, and if you have leftovers, they'll last in the fridge for up-to two days.

So what are you waiting for? Transform your usual mac and cheese and make it the star of your next meal with this delightful recipe. Thanks to Chris Simpson for the innovative Food Styling, Margaret Monroe Dickey for Prop Styling and Audrey Davis for her inputs.