The Million Dollar Mac and Cheese Recipe for Your Holidays

Ingredients

• 1 stick ( 4 ounces ) unsalted butter , melted, divided
• 1 pound cavatappi pasta
• Salt , for the pasta water
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese , shredded (about 2 cups )
• 8 ounces smoked Gouda cheese , shredded (about 2 cups )
• 8 ounces low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese , shredded (about 2 cups )
• 1 ( 8 - ounce ) container sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• Chopped fresh chives , optional

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