How to Make the Cheesecake Factory Fried Mac and Cheese

A short video on how to make the best Cheesecake Factory Fried Mac and Cheese
Ingredients:
For the Mac and Cheese:
6 ounces elbow macaroni
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp flour
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded white cheddar
1 cup shredded fontina
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
For the cheese balls:
1 cup flour
1/2 tsp Kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp paprika
Pinch of cayenne
1 cup cheese puffs
1 cup panko crumbs
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp half and half
Creamy marinara
Ranch dressing