Macaroni And Cheese

By dpearce

Ingredients

• 1 (8-ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 1/4 cups (9 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons Italian-flavored breadcrumbs

Details

Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Cook macaroni according to package directions until firm; drain and set aside.

In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour, and cook 1 to 2 minutes.

Add milk, salt, and pepper, and cook over medium heat until mixture starts to bubble, stirring occasionally.

Remove mixture from heat and add 2 cups cheese, stirring until melted. Add macaroni; mix well then pour into prepared baking dish.

Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until mixture is bubbly and top is golden.