Directions

1. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and thyme and cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
2. Add apples. With heat at medium-low, cook and stir apples until tender, about 10 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, and cook until mixture is caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. In a bowl, stir together the panko crumbs and Bleu cheese until blended.
4. In a bowl, mix together the Macaroni & Cheese with cooked apples and onions. Pour pasta mixture into a deep half-hotel pan and top evenly with Bleu cheese panko.
5. Bake in a preheated 350°F convection oven for 25 minutes or until panko is golden brown and cheese sauce is bubbling.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley at service.