Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 5 tbsp butter divided
• 1/4 cup flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar shredded
• 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 375°F and butter a baking dish
2. Cook macaroni two minutes shy of package directions
3. Melt 4 tablespoons butter and whisk in flour for one minute
4. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until thick
5. Remove from heat and add cheeses and mustard powder
6. Season and fold in macaroni
7. Transfer to baking dish
8. Mix panko with remaining melted butter and sprinkle on top
9. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and golden

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