Monday, December 14, 2009

Macaroni and cheese tonight!

Ok Pattie.. I am trying this out....

This is from my mom's Taste of Home cookbook... I love the way this turns out.. and its super easy



2 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
5 tablespoons of butter
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
1-1/2 cups of milk
1cup(4ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
2ounces processed American cheese cubed
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of pepper
dry bread crumbs

Cook macaroni according to package directions;drain. Place in greased 1-1/2 quart baking dish;set aside. in a saucepan melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. gradually add milk; bring to a boil. cook and stir for 2 minutes; reduce heat. stir in cheeses, salt and pepper until the cheeses are melted. Pour over macaroni and mix well. Melt the remaining butter; add the bread crumbs. sprinkle over casserole. Bake uncovered at 375* for 30 minutes.

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