Dumpling and Cheese Bake

By laceloulou

Ingredients

• 1 package creamette dumpling egg noodles
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 1/3 cup butter or margarine
• 1/3 cup flour
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 can chopped pimiento, drained

Preparation

Step 1

prepare creamette dumpling egg noodles according to package directions. drain. in medium saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender; stir in flour. gradually add milk and cream. cook stirring constantly until sauce is smooth and thickened. remove from heat. add seasonings and 3 cups of the cheese. stir until cheese melts. combine noodles, sauce and pimiento. Top with remaining cheese. pour into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish. bake uncovered in a 350 F oven for 30 minutes