1-Diving into this Tini Mac And Cheese recipe is easier than you might think, and the results are totally worth it. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and shredding all the cheeses, dividing them into two portions for layering. The whole process takes about 15 minutes for prep and around 40 minutes for cooking and baking, giving you a delicious meal in roughly 55 minutes.

2-Begin by cooking the cavatappi pasta in salted boiling water until it’s al dente, then drain it well. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create your seasoning blend. Next, melt the butter in a skillet, add half of that seasoning mix, and stir it in before adding the flour to make a bubbly roux keep whisking to avoid lumps.

3-Pour in the evaporated milk and whisk until it thickens and starts bubbling, then add the heavy cream, the rest of the seasonings, and the Dijon mustard. Gradually stir in half the shredded cheese until it’s melted and thick, then mix in the cooked pasta to coat it fully. Layer half the pasta mixture in a baking dish, sprinkle with a third of the remaining cheese, add the rest of the pasta, and top with the leftover cheese. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, then broil for 1 to 2 minutes to get that golden crust, and finish with fresh chopped parsley for garnish.