Cheesy Baked Macaroni

1Cooking the Macaroni 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2Preparing the Cheese Sauce 2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for about 1 minute, until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.

3Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

4Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar (2 cups) and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

5Assembling and Baking 5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

6In the prepared baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce, mixing until well coated.

7In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs (½ cup), melted butter, and grated Parmesan cheese (¼ cup). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the macaroni and cheese.

8Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

9Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!