Create the Best Mac and Cheese Bar

Ingredients

• 1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• TOPPING OPTIONS:
• Sliced grilled chicken breast, sliced grilled steak, cooked lobster, cooked & crumbled bacon
• Steamed broccoli florets, cooked asparagus tips, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, sliced green onions, dill sprigs, chopped parsley
• Shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, crumbled blue cheese
• Hot sauce, ranch, buffalo sauce, truffle butter
• Toasted bread crumbs