Tini's Mac and Cheese Recipe (Creamy Baked Viral Mac)

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) cavatappi pasta
• 1 lb (450 g) low-moisture mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
• 1 lb (450 g) Colby Jack cheese, freshly shredded
• 8 oz (225 g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
• 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
• 3 tablespoons (24 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (12 oz or 354 ml) evaporated milk
• 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional