Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe

Ingredients (13)

• 8-12 ounces (2-3 cups) sturdy macaroni noodles *see note
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup all purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 3/4 cup half and half
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 1/2 cups packed sharp aged cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Pecorino Romano cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste