Classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Diane M @cook_2795206

1 packages(8 oz.) Elbow macaroni
2 tbspButter
2 tbspAll-purpose flour
2 cupMilk
1/2 tspSalt
1/2 tspBlack pepper
1/4 tspGround red pepper
8 ozCheddar cheese, shredded and divided

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Keep warm.
2

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in salt, and peppers, 1 cup cheese, and cooked pasta.
3

Spoon pasta mixture into a lightly greased 2-qt. baking dish; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
4

Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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Caroline @cook_3912390

January 18, 2015 13:48

Wonderful!

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Diane M @cook_2795206

on November 17, 2011 16:06

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