Creamy Classic Homemade Mac and Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) elbow macaroni
• Salt (for pasta water)
• 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
• ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
• 4 cups (960 ml) whole milk
• 2 cups (240 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup (120 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese