Cheesy Macaroni Recipe (Rich 'N)

By MelanieAnn

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 6 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cups milk
• 8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
• 1-1/3 cups 4% cottage cheese
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Place in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish.

In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and sugar until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Reduce heat; stir in American cheese until melted. Stir in cottage cheese and sour cream. Pour over macaroni. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Melt remaining butter and toss with bread crumbs; sprinkle over top.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown.