Ultimate Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) elbow macaroni
• 1 tbsp (15 g) salt (for the pasta water)
• 4 tbsp (60 g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
• 3 cups (720 ml) whole milk
• 2 cups (200 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 tsp (2 g) garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp (2 g) onion powder
• 1/4 tsp (1 g) smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp (30 g) melted butter
• 1/4 cup (15 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)