These bite-size appetizers will be a hit at your next party!

Mini Mac & Cheese Bites

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup biscuit/baking mix
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Directions

~Preheat oven to 425°.

~Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.

~Meanwhile, sprinkle 1/4 cup breadcrumbs into 36 greased mini-muffin cups.

~In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir one to two minutes or until thickened. Stir in one cup cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese until melted.

~Remove from heat; stir in biscuit mix, eggs, and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Add macaroni; toss to coat. Spoon about two tablespoons macaroni mixture into prepared mini-muffin cups; sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.

~Bake eight to 10 minutes (or until golden brown).

~Cool in pans five minutes before serving.