Best Ever Macaroni & Cheese

Bring slightly salted water to a boil. Stir in noodles. Cook 8 minutes. Drain.

While the noodles are cooking, put 1 cup milk and cornstarch in pot and whisk until smooth. Heat remaining milk in microwave until hot, about 3 minutes. Add heated milk to cornstarch mixture. Stir over medium heat until simmering. Stir constantly until thickened (about 1 minute). Remove from heat.

Add cream cheese, salt and pepper. Whisk until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.

Heat oven to 375ºF. Spray 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.

Toss 1/2 cup cheddar and 4 tablespoons romano in a small bowl and set aside.

Add pasta and remaining cheese to sauce. Stir until blended. Transfer to baking dish. Top with reserved cheese mixture.

Bake 25 minutes.