Microwave Macaroni and Cheese

By SuzyHomemakerGoneBad

From "Rush Hour Recipes". Nice and easy in the microwave.
Also, Food.com #207201

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• breadcrumbs (optional)

Details

Servings 1
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from food.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a medium saucepan, boil water. Add macaroni and cook 8 minutes; drain.

2. In a glass or microwave safe dish, melt butter for 30 seconds. Blend in flour and salt.

3. Stir in milk until smooth.

4. Microwave 2 minutes, stirring with a fork after 1 minute, until thickened.

5. Stir in cheese until completely melted.

6. Pour well drained macaroni into cheese sauce, mixing well.

7. Microwave at medium-high heat for 3 minutes.

8. If desired, sprinkle top with bread crumbs before serving.