Baked Mac and Cheese

By nnlester

I use half sharp cheddar and half colby cheeses and substitute gf pasta.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Mueller's Elbows
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded American or Cheddar cheese, divided
• I add a pinch of cayenne

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from muellerspasta.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F.

In medium saucepan, combine cornstarch, salt, dry mustard & pepper in medium saucepan. Stir in milk until smooth. Add margarine, stirring constantly.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil 1 minute.

Remove from heat. Stir in 1-3/4 cups cheese until melted. Add cooked pasta. Pour into greased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake uncovered 25 minutes or until lightly browned.