Ultimate Comfort: Easy Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe You'll Love

Ingredients

• 8 oz elbow macaroni
• 1 tsp salt (for pasta water)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)