Cheesy Shrimp Pasta Bake Creamy Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 lb (450g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells work well)
• Water to boil the pasta
• Salt to boil the pasta
• 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cups (720ml) milk (whole or 2%)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 2 cups (approx. 225g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup (approx. 115g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese