Homemade Mac and Cheese

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cup whole milk (warmed)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cup sharp cheddar (shredded)
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese (shredded)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

How to Make It

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook macaroni 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1-2 minutes until golden.

3. 3

   Gradually whisk in warm milk and cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, Gruyère, mustard, salt, and cayenne until smooth.

5. 5

   Combine sauce with macaroni and pour into a greased 9x13 baking dish. Top with panko.

6. 6

   Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Rest 5 minutes before serving.