Ultra-Creamy 5-Cheese Baked Macaroni & Cheese

Ingredients

Pasta & Sauce Base:

• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk (room temperature)
• 1 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and fresh black pepper to taste

The 5-Cheese Blend (Shred your own for maximum meltiness!):

• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups Gruyère (or Monterey Jack)
• 1 cup Mozzarella
• 1 cup Fontina (or Gouda)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan