Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe

Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe 🧀🍽️ Ingredients 🌱🥄 8 ounces elbow macaroni (or any pasta shape you prefer) 🍝 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 🧈 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🌾 2 cups milk 🥛 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional) 🌿 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste 🧂 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste 🌿 1/4 teaspoon paprika 🌶️ 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping) 🍞 Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional) 🌿 Instructions 📜✨ Cook the Pasta 🍝💧 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside. Make the Cheese Sauce 🧀🥄