Mac & Cheese - Rombauer Vineyards

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (cavatappi, elbows, shells are our favorites)
• 4 tablespoons butter, divided: 2 tablespoons for the roux 2 tablespoons (melted) for the breadcrumb topping
• 2 tablespoons for the roux
• 2 tablespoons (melted) for the breadcrumb topping
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)