Easy White Cheddar Mac and Cheese (Creamy in 30 Minutes) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) elbow macaroni or small shells
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt, for the pasta water
• 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons (24 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) whole milk, warmed
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) half-and-half
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper or black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
• 10 oz (285 g) sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
• 4 oz (115 g) Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded
• 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup (30 g) panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional